Questions for Books 7-12

Answer only ONE question.

1. Compare and contrast the culture of the Trojans and the Greeks as shown in books 7-12.

· Cite situations from the text to prove your answer.

· Compare it to the modern culture of the Philippines. How are we similar/different from the ancient cultures?

2. Create an insightful Character Analysis for ACHILLES as illustrated in books 7-12.

· What kind of warrior was he, especially in Book 9?

· Are his decisions appropriate for a king like him? Why? Why not?

3. This is a battle scene between Hector and the Great Ajax in the movie TROY. Compare and contrast this scene from the real battle between Hector and the Great Ajax according to Homer.

· If you were Homer, would you accept this “version” of the fight between the two? Why? Why not?

· Explain your opinion in detail.

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