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Homer: The IliadGrade 7dialectic Stage

Glaucus and Diomed

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What You'll Learn

1

Comprehension

Explains that Diomed asked Glaucus's identity, fearing he might be a god

2

Cause & Consequence

Explains why guest-friendship (xenia) was powerful enough to stop two warriors mid-battle

3

Meaning

Articulates the meaning of Glaucus's famous simile: "generations of men are as the leaves"

4

Defense

Explains why the counterargument has merit

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