As you review I would consult these sites that have different kinds of summaries of the epic:
- Study Guide for Reading Homer's Iliad - more generalized plot notes in paragraph form
- Homer's Iliad: Summaries - specific events noted by line in the poem
Keep in mind the lens that we were using to view the poem involved the Greek cultural values (arete, honor, obligation of the suppliant, and gods vs. humans). It is essential that you understand these values and can explain what they are, how they work, and where the occur in the story. You will be assessed on your ability to clearly articulate your understanding of that material as part of the test.
Also, there are ten short answer questions that are designed to identify your overall understanding of the story and what it reveals about the ancient Greek understanding of their own cultural values. Some questions are plot related but most are are how and why kinds of questions that require you to thoughtfully respond, making connections and drawing conclusions about what you have read.
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