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Homer: The IliadGrade 7dialectic Stage

The Duel of Paris and Menelaus

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What You'll Learn

1

Comprehension

Describes Paris challenging the Greeks then fleeing from Menelaus "as a man steps back from a snake"

2

Cause & Consequence

Explains why Paris agreed to fight: Hector's rebuke shamed him into proposing single combat

3

Meaning

Articulates the contrast between Paris's beauty and his lack of valor

4

Defense

Explains why the counterargument has merit

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