Homer: The Iliad•Grade 7•dialectic Stage
The Deeds and Death of Patroclus
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What You'll Learn
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Comprehension
Describes Patroclus weeping "like a girl-child" while entreating Achilles; narrator notes: "nor knew that for his own doom he entreated"
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Cause & Consequence
Explains Achilles's prayer and Zeus's response: "part he granted and part denied" - glory but not safe return
3
Meaning
Articulates the tragic irony: "nor knew that for his own doom he entreated" - Patroclus sealed his fate while trying to help
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Defense
Explains why the counterargument has merit
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