Themes in Aristotle and Dante
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Objective
I can identify a major theme in *Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe*.
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Warm-up video
Lake County Public Library · 3:02
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe tells the story of two Latinx young men in 1987 El Paso, Texas.
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The friendship between Aristotle and Dante is based on trust, patience, and love.
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Major themes in *Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe* include family relationships, friendships, and LGBT relationships.
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Practice
3 questions
What is one major theme explored in *Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe*?
The video mentions that the friendship between Aristotle and Dante is based on several qualities. Name two of these qualities.
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Exit ticket
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“Name one major theme present in *Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe*.”
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