Test I and II: Ancient World and Final Exam
Test I is over the Ancient World beginning with The Odyssey through the poems of Sappho. Test II is over all of the readings that follow, after Sappho. To prepare for your
exams, read introductory material and assignments carefully and thoughtfully.
Note the period in which the work was written, by whom it was written, and
to what nation or state the writer belonged. Be sure you know the genre of
what you read. (Did you read an epic poem or a lai or a lyric poem? Or a tragedy
(drama)? This information will be in the introduction. Be clear on who the
main characters are and the actions they take and the meaning behind their
choices. Be aware of how the characters may represent the society in which
they live.
There will be objective questions
regarding factual detail from the assignments intended for you to "prove"
that you actually read the work, such as matching sections over themes, topics,
terms, and characters and short answer over terms in relation to the works.
There will be subjective
questions requiring you to demonstrate your ability to think critically about
the work and draw conclusions, very difficult if one has read a synopsis rather
than the work itself. These short essay questions may require you to use terms,
relate works, indicate myth or cultural values, etc.
Annotate in
your text as you read and/or keep careful notes throughout the course on your
reading. Discuss with a classmate. Consult Class Notes for additional
information and study guides. Be thoroughly familiar with your text as it has
additional information, such as the chronology section.
The tests must be taken at a campus, not a center. After you take a test, it will be several days before I receive
and grade your test. I know many of you may be anxious, but do not contact
me for your grade; please wait for me to send it. Take nothing in with you except a pen; scholastic dishonesty will result in an F in the course.
Testing Center information
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