Unit 1: Foundations — The Opening of Beowulf
Section outline
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In this unit, you'll explore the opening of Beowulf through the lens of global epic traditions. You'll analyze literary techniques, explore Anglo-Saxon cultural values, and make connections across cultures and time periods.
Essential Question: What do the stories a culture tells about its founders reveal about what that culture values most?
Duration: 1 week | Standards: CCSS ELA 9-10 + NSQ
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