Oedipus Rex
The story of Oedipus shows tragedy at its best, according to a philosopher named Aristotle. We'll read some from the book, but most of the reading will be from a version created by yours truly -- to make you laugh, but hopefully let you know what the story means, too.
After reading Oedipus, you'll need to know the following:
*characteristics of a tragic hero
*plot elements of Oedipus Rex
*identify: foreshadowing, direct & indirect characterization, irony (dramatic, situational, verbal)
*define: hubris, hamartia, catharsis
*describe the following characters: Oedipus, Creon, Jocasta, Tieresius, shepherd, Chorus
+ be able to describe how the god Apollo affects this play
Introduction to Greek Theater -- You'll need to take notes on this video.
Oedipus as a Tragic Hero -- Aristotle's definition
John Green's Crash Course: Oedipus Rex
Cause & Effect -- Oedipus Project: Get Rid of Cable
Oedipus Myth & Archetype: Sphinx
Part 1 -- Quiz (after Oedipus sends for the shepherd --Form)