The Monomyth and the Ordinary World
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Objective
I can define the "monomyth" and identify key characteristics of the "Ordinary World" stage as it appears in stories.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
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Define the term "monomyth" in your own words.
Describe the key characteristics of the "Ordinary World" stage in a hero's journey. Provide at least three specific details.
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Exit ticket
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“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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