Herodotus: The Histories•Grade 7•dialectic Stage
Croesus and Solon
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Comprehension
Explains that Solon, the Athenian lawgiver, visits Croesus the wealthy king of Lydia
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Cause & Consequence
Explains why Tellos was happy: prosperous city, good children, honorable death in battle, public burial
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Meaning
Takes a position on whether Solon or Croesus is right about happiness
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Defense
Explains why the counterargument has merit
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