Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Do Now: Summarize the legend that opens Oedipus the King. Hint: Oedipus is Greek for swollen foot. Why does Oedipus limp?

Classwork:
1. Google Docs instructions for College Essay
2. Oedipus the King
Introduction to the play:
http://www.shmoop.com/oedipus-the-king/summary.html
3. Theatrical Conventions of Greek Drama: Bedford Introduction to Literature pp.1437 - 1441.
Reading notes and questions center on the setting, the actors, the orchestra, and the role of the chorus.
Homework: Read pages 25-39 of the play.
1. What is the problem in Thebes? Why?
2. What has Oedipus promised to do about it?
3. Who is Teiresias? What is the basis of the argument he has with Oedipus?
College Essay due Friday!