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Kirk Ormand |
GREK 202:
Introduction to Greek Tragedy |
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King 105a; x8392 |
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Office Hours: |
Spring, 2002 |
Purpose: This course will introduce you to Greek
tragedy through a close examination of Euripides’ Medea. We
will discuss the institution of tragedy, as well as various literary and social
aspects of tragedy. Some special
attention will be given to the role of women in Athenian life and on the
dramatic stage. You will also
become familiar with the meters and dialects of tragedy.
Grading: Your grade will be based on 2 quizzes ,
a final, and one paper, each of which will carry equal weight. Attendance will also count for 10% of
your grade.
Late Papers: Unless
arrangements are made before a paper is due, late papers will be graded down
1/3 letter grade for each day late. Of course, in the case of a legitimate
medical excuse, family emergency, etc., the above does not apply. Simply speak to me as soon as possible,
and we will make arrangements.
Attendance: For the duration of this semester and
for the purposes of this class, we are a community of scholars. Please plan to attend every class
session. If you miss class, it is
your responsibility (not mine) to find out what you missed. After 2 unexcused absences, the
attendance portion of your grade will drop 1/3 grade for each absence.
Academic Honesty: In the unlikely event that a student is
found to have engaged in academic dishonesty (cheating, helping other students
to cheat, plagiarism) he/she will be reported to the Honor Board. If any student is unclear as to what
may be considered plagiarism, cheating, etc., she/he should speak to me about
it.
Greek 202 Syllabus
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Feb. 5 |
Introduction; Syllabus; Tragedy; Euripides |
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7 |
1-45 |
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Feb. 8 |
Extra credit for attending part of the Marathon reading of Virgil |
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12 |
46-95 |
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14 |
96-147 |
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19 |
148-203; Selection from Pickard-Cambridge |
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21 |
204-266 |
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26 |
267-323 |
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28 |
324-386 |
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March 5 |
Quiz
#1
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7 |
387-445 |
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12 |
446-508; Article by Simon Goldhill |
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14 |
509-575 |
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19 |
576-641; |
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21 |
642-707 |
March 23–April 1 Spring Break
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April 2 |
708-763 |
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4 |
764-823 |
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April 8 |
Extra Credit for attendance at David Halperin’s Lecture |
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9 |
824-893; Article by Jack Winkler |
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11 |
894-958 |
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16 |
959-1020; |
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18 |
Quiz
#2
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23 |
1021-1080; Article by Froma Zeitlin |
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25 |
1081-1155; |
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30 |
1156-1230; |
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May 2 |
1231-1305; |
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7 |
1306-1376; Paper Due |
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9 |
1377-1419 |
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?? |
In-class Final Exam |