Friday

Today we will take some notes on Qualities of a Medieval King and Warrior Culture.  Then we will read "The Death of Conchobar".

As we read

1)    Keep track of all the characters that appear.  Who is the protagonist?  The antagonist(s)-- (think type of conflict).

2)    What is the main theme of the story (what is the author trying to say about life).

3)    List at least two symbols in the story.  Why are these important?

4)    Try to outline the plot.

After we read

1)    What is up with the ending?  Why is it important?  Is this a Christian story or a Pagan story?  What clues (evidence) help you determine this?

2)    What does the story tell us about life in Ireland during this time period? 

3)    What do you think about Conchobhar?  Is he a good king?  What is his personality like?

4)    What do you think about Cet?  Is he a good warrior?  What inferences can you make about him?

5)    What other warriors appear in the story? 

6)    Summarize this story.

Homework ACTIVITY (this is worth 20 points)

Rewrite the story in your own words and give your own telling of it.  This should be a script with characters (one of your characters can be a narrator).  Also read pages 22-33 in your textbook.