English I
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The Lost Island in The Odyssey

Directions:
1. On a blank Google document, write a one-page story that tells the story of a lost island that we never read about in The Odyssey. You make up the island’s description and the monster(s) and/or god(s) present.
2. Hint as to what island (or story) we have just left behind.
3. Develop a conflict right away (In Medias Res).
4. Keep Odysseus's personality/physical traits consistent with Homer's.
5. Focus on imagery and show-don't tell writing style.
6. The point of view should be first person.
7. (Optional) Under your story, you can post an image of your island.

Requirements:

1. MLA Heading
2. One page in length
3. Highlight your strong imagery in yellow.
4. Highlight a simile in light blue
5. Submit the story to Turnitin.com.

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