The following documents consist of a break-down of all the key themes found within the epic and of the characters. Quotes are found alongside analysis of passages, with supporting scholarship where appropriate. These have been designed for ‘The World of the Hero’ Paper (OCR: A-Level Classical Civilisation). Themes that are included: The Concept, Value and Behaviour of a Hero Disguise Deceit, Disguise and Trickery Recognition Role of Revenge and Justice Role of the Immortals Relationships between Mortals and Immortals Xenia Nostos The Role and Power of Fate Relationships between Men, Women and Children Family Role of the Slave Role of Women in the Epic and Society How Different Societies are Characterised and Portrayed NB: Rieu’s translation has been used when creating this document

Designed for students to use who are studying/following the OCR GCSE Classical Civilisations specification, covering 2.1:Key Sites (Literature and Culture: Mycenaean Age). Image Citation: https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/db332f8445c5367fc760c1b03c4397267dee6b4d/0_286_3467_2081/master/3467.jpg?width=700&quality=85&auto=format&fit=max&s=9f88ff16c30ffc7707307573b2f90987

A knowledge organiser which includes a brief overview of key characters, themes and context. This has been designed for the use of AS/A Level students studying the OCR specification for ‘World of the Hero’

This knowledge organiser has been designed for students studying OCR’s GCSE Specification for Myth and Religion and covers 1.3 'Religion and the City: Temples.’ It provides an overview of: The importance of the sanctuary Sacrifices Greek Priests Roman Priests (Pontifices, Augurs and the Vestal Virgins) Temple Buildings (Greek and Roman) Parthenon Temple of Zeus at Olympia Temple of Portunus The Pantheon

Mycenaean Age (designed for the OCR GCSE Classical Civilisations specification) - a set of 7 revision quizzes which cover all eight topics covered within the course. Each quiz has a set of 10 questions which cover the topics studied as part of the course. These can be used as part of retrieval practice and allows students to identify any areas of knowledge that they do not fully understand. They are tagged together so students have a pack of 7 revision cards / 70 key facts that cover the whole study

The following essay was writing in response to the question: ‘‘Athenian festivals showed off the greatness of Athens far better than Roman festivals showed off the greatness of Rome’’. It was written as part of a mock examination for the GCSE OCR specification for Myth and Religion and achieved thirteen marks.

The following essay scored 26/30 marks and was written in response to the question: ‘Explain how far you think Augustus relied on other men to achieve a positive Imperial Image of himself.’’ It can be used as an example essay after mocks or as a source of revision for students. It is intended to be used by AS/A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation ‘Imperial Image’ specification

Condensed notes for the OCR GCSE Classical Civilisations specification for ‘Myth and Religion’. Easy to learn, concise, bullet point revision notes Covers every point on the current OCR specification Exam Questions (knowledge and essay-based) with what to include to gain marks

Condensed notes for the OCR GCSE Classical Civilisations specification for ‘Myth and Religion’. Easy to learn, concise, bullet point revision notes Covers every point on the current OCR specification Exam Questions (knowledge and essay-based) with what to include to gain marks

This resource contains a list of characters found within Homer’s Odyssey and an accompanying table which breaks down the different categories of characters (i.e. Mortals, Immortals, Loyal Servants, Disloyal Servants) and is intended for use of AS/A Level Students but can equally be used by GCSE students. It is best to be completed prior to reading to help gage an understanding of the individuals involved within the storyline of the epic and can be constantly referred back to to help understand how several characters overlap in multiple categories.

A summary sheet for OCR Classical Civilisations specification for ‘Imperial Image,’ covering Augustus’ reign. It has been designed for the use of AS/A Level students and includes relevant scholarly views and prescribed sources.

Condensed notes for 1.1 (Nature of the Olympian Gods) for the OCR A-Level Classical Civilisation specification for Greek Religion. These notes are intended to be used as a source of revision/consolidate knowledge from previous lessons. Easy to learn, concise, bullet-point revision notes Covers lesson titles within the endorsed textbook

This knowledge organiser groups together 1.7 and 1.8 of the GCSE Classical Civilisation specification for Myth and Religion and covers Death, Burial and the Underworld. It provides an overview of the following: Greek funerary practices, including the prothesis and ekphora Festivals for the dead ancestors Funeral Clubs Roman funerary practices Homeric Hymn to Demeter Orpheus and Eurydice

A simple one page document with the assessment criteria for the OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation specification. The mark-scheme for all relevant essay questions is broken down into squares with the relevant marks that can be highlighted/circled and for stimulus and extended response questions, there is additional space for any further comments/skills to work on as well as well as a space for personal improvements in addition to teacher comments. Can be completed digitally and then stuck in during responding to feedback or by hand. Ideal for responding to feedback.

A summary sheet for OCR Classical Civilisations specification for ‘Imperial Image,’ covering Augustus’ legacy. It has been designed for the use of AS/A Level students and includes relevant scholarly views and prescribed sources.

A selection of essays for A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation specification for ‘World of the Hero.’ These essays are intended to be used as part of revision

A timeline that provides a basic outline of the events of the epic, in chronological order

A selection of essays for A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation specification for ‘World of the Hero.’ These essays are intended to be used as part of revision

A selection of essays for A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation specification for ‘World of the Hero.’ These essays are intended to be used as part of revision