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Classical Civilisation
The Homeric World
OCR
J199
The Homeric World
Explore the world of Homer's epics, recognizing it as the cradle of Greek literature and civilisation.
Analyze the archaeological history and the literary impact of this foundational period.
Key Sites
Analyze the archaeological evidence and historical context of key Mycenaean sites.
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The dating of the Mycenaean age
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Key sites
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Life in the Mycenaean Age
Describe everyday life, administration, and palatial structures in the Mycenaean period based on material evidence.
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Palaces
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Everyday life
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Linear B tablets
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Decorative Arts
Analyze the techniques, materials, and cultural significance of Mycenaean decorative arts.
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Frescoes
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Jewellery
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Decorative objects and their creation
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Tombs, Graves, and Burial
Evaluate the burial customs, structures, and funerary objects of the Mycenaean civilization.
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Burial customs and structures
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Funerary objects and grave contents
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Visual and Material Sources
Analyze prescribed visual and material sources to build a comprehensive understanding of the Mycenaean world.
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Visual and Material Sources
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Visual Culture Study Requirements
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Literary Techniques and Composition
Analyze Homer's compositional methods and the defining characteristics of epic poetry.
2 Subtopics
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Homer as a story-teller and the idea of epic
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Narrative and descriptive techniques
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Themes in the Odyssey
Evaluate the central themes of the Odyssey and their significance within ancient Greek culture.
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Themes in the Odyssey
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The Character of Odysseus
Analyze the multifaceted character of Odysseus as depicted in Homer's Odyssey.
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The character of Odysseus
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Key Characters in the Odyssey
Evaluate the portrayal and narrative function of secondary characters and divine figures in the Odyssey.
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The portrayal of key characters
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Literary Sources
Analyze specific books of Homer's Odyssey to deeply understand the Homeric world and epic tradition.
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Prescribed Texts
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Literature Study Requirements
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