The Theban Plays by Sophocles Curriculum:American K-12 Curriculum demonstrating a strong understanding of

demonstrating a strong understanding of themes

metaphors and structure in the works

students learn how to construct a balanced

evaluate and critically analyze the effect of various literary devices in a variety of literary text types

general and linguistic analysis

The Theban Plays by Sophocles Curriculum:American K-12 Curriculum demonstrating a strong understanding ofCourse OverviewThis course will provide an in depth analysis of the Theban plays to meet curriculum and exam criterions. We will start with a brief introduction to the historical context of the plays and the genre of tragedy, before focusing on the themes and motifs that drive the play. The student will then be guided through careful analysis of the play, including guided annotations which will help the student to not only pick up on literary devices