The Monomyth and the Ordinary World

Grade 7ELA45 min

Learning Objective

I can define the "monomyth" and identify key characteristics of the "Ordinary World" stage as it appears in stories.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

What Is The Hero's Journey - Joseph Campbell | HOW TO LIVE A LIFE OF PURPOSE

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Describe three specific details that define the hero's "Ordinary World" at the beginning of the story in the video. According to the video, what is the hero's initial attitude towards leaving his "Ordinary World"? Explain his reasoning.

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