Allusion-(noun) an implied or indirect reference to another literary work or event in history in literature. [Webster's Collegiate]

From the earliest beginning of the literary canon, writers have borrowed ideas, plots, themes, and characters from other sources.  The three basic sources for this are the Bible, ancient classical writings (mainly Greek and Roman) and the works of William Shakespeare.  In order to truly appreciate both modern and historical texts, knowledge of these works is paramount. 

Requirements: every week you are required to read the assigned literary work. You will submit documentation of your reading that contains the following:

• Name of story and Source (Biblical, Greek, Roman, etc.)
• Your work must be handwritten in blue or black ink
• 20 line subject verb poem summary of the story – no more; no less – your best is to use transitive verbs (verbs that transfer action)
• An extensive, text-based commentary – your thoughts and insight into the work – consider purpose, character motivation, application to life, etc.  You must connect your words directly to the text.
  

 Your documentation will be submitted on an index card, still attached to the spiral binding.  The summary will be on the front, and the commentary will be on the back.  Do not use more than one card per literary work.  NO NAKED INDEX CARDS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Rubric for Allusion Workshop
10 Points (A+)-Wow! Subject/verb poem rhymes; only subject and verbs are used. Plot summary is thorough and creative.  Filled with thoughtful commentary using extensive evidence. You taught me something about this piece. Thanks for doing this.

9 Points (A)-A great card. Subject verb poem doesn’t rhyme, but is creative and only subjects and verbs are used. Satisfies all requirements. Effective and thoughtful analysis of plot. Responsible commentary of the piece.

8 Points (B)-A good card. Subject-verb poem lacks details and contains other parts of speech. Over-simplified analysis and commentary on theme. Lacks evidence.

7 Points (C)-A decent card. Shows lack of effort and thought. A "lazy" card.

5 Points (F)-A mockery of Advanced Placement (AP) work.

**All cards are due at the beginning of the hour.

List of Literary Works

January 15:        Fishers of Men parable (Mark 1)  

January 22:        The Death of John the Baptist (Mark 6)

February 5:         Agony of Christ (Mark 14)

February 12:        Midas and the Golden Touch

April 9:        Perseus and Medusa

April 16:        Rescue of the Child Moses (Exodus 1-2)

April 30:        The Passover (Exodus 12)