This lesson plan makes use of Robert Fagles's translation of The Iliad.
The teacher should be aware that the The Iliad contains a great deal of graphic violence. The teacher ought to use his or her judgment of the particular classroom and the text to ensure that proper accommodations and warnings are made as necessary. Above all, ensure that the classroom remains a respectful place for productive and non-threatening conversations about the text.
The thought questions in this lesson plan provide material and ideas that students can use to write short original essays and to develop their powers of analysis. The questions provided for the final paper are most suitable for student essays....
