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Lesson #25: The Trojan War
Homer's Epics and the Bronze Age: A Journey Through Stories and Science
Grammar Stage Level 1: Gather facts, words, and ideas
How do epic stories and archaeological digging help us understand the past?
Long ago, a poet named Homer told amazing stories called the *Iliad* and the *Odyssey*. These tales are about a great war, brave heroes, and long journeys. For hundreds of years, people have wondered if these stories were real, so they started digging to find clues from the past.
Warm-up Challenge Part 1: Core Facts
Warm-up Challenge Part 2: Vocabulary Matcher
Click a term, then click its correct definition. (+1 point per match)
Logic Stage Level 2: Connect ideas, ask questions, and test truth
How does evidence from the ground support or contradict the stories told in the epics?
Lesson Video
Feature Match-Up
Match the feature to the correct story or civilization. Items on the right can be used more than once. (+2 points per correct match)
Word Association
For each challenge, select the 3 words that are correctly associated with the main topic. (Score: Correct - Incorrect)
Logic Quizzes
Test your understanding of the connections between the story and the science. (+1 per answer, plus time bonus for perfect scores)
Timeline Scramble
Drag and drop these events into the correct chronological order. (+5 for correct order)
Rhetoric Stage Level 3: Speak clearly, write wisely, and lead well
How should we use stories and scientific evidence to build a true picture of the past?
Reflective Prompt
Why do you think people are still so determined to find physical proof for stories like the *Iliad* and the *Odyssey*, even when we know they are myths? What does this search tell us about our need to connect with the past?
Share Your Wisdom Checklist
Use the prompt above for a great discussion. Check the boxes to earn Command Points. (+4 per item)
Your History Notebook
What are the most important takeaways from our journey into the world of Homer?
