Unveiling the Magic: A Journey into Greek Mythology

Spark students' imaginations and ignite a love for storytelling with this captivating exploration of Greek Mythology! This comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet delves into the fascinating world of gods, heroes, and monsters, unraveling their significance in ancient Greek culture.
Embark on a mythological adventure:

• Engaging Text: Accessible explanations introduce students to the Olympian gods, renowned heroes, and fearsome creatures, making Greek mythology come alive.
• Primary Source Spotlight: An excerpt from Homer's Odyssey invites students to analyze a cornerstone of Greek literature.
• Assessment for Mastery: Multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions solidify understanding and encourage critical thinking.
• Effortless Grading: Save valuable time with a teacher answer key included.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to identify the major Olympian gods and their domains.
• Students will be able to describe the characteristics and significance of Greek heroes.
• Students will be able to analyze the role of monsters and mythical creatures in Greek mythology.
• Students will be able to explain the importance of Greek mythology in ancient Greek culture.
• Students will be able to compare and contrast literary elements from a primary source.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.4.1 Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.1 Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.8.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.2 Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a primary source document.

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