A revision activity for Homer’s Odyssey. This can be used for classroom display, group or individual activity. Students have to arrange the map to reflect Odysseus’ journey. Number the places according to when they were visited (some may have two numbers) A Dear Diary template has been included for the written task where Odysseus describes the place, what happens, who was involved and how did he feel about the experience. This activity works well as a group task where each group is given 2 - 3 places to describe. Great for revision. PDF file.

Independent student activity on HOmer’s The Odyssey. Students need to be familiar with the story and Greek myths in general. It is designed as a revision and extension activity. Students also need to be familiar with representing their ideas through metaphors / symbolism. The static image / poster is one way of students showcasing their knowledge of the myths symbolically. This can obviously be adapted to other means of presentation. Originally designed for New Zealand Curriculum NCEA Level 2 Classical Studies.

12 questions on Virgil’s Aeneid. Ideal for group or independent revision once students are familiar with the text / chapter.

12 questions on Virgil’s Aeneid, Book 7 Ideal for group or independent revision once students are familiar with the text.

12 revision cards on Virgil’s Aeneid, Book 5. Questions ask for short, one word answers and extended responses. Ideal revision resource once students are familiar with the story.

12 revision cards on Virgil’s Aeneid, Book 4. Questions ask for short, one word answers and extended responses. Ideal revision resource once students are familiar with the story.

Classic quick revision activity of Book 9: Polyphemus’ cave. Students need to cut out the information squares (9 in total) and place them in the correct sequence. This resource has been designed to help students remember specific details of Odysseus’ escape from the cave.

12 colorful flashcards of the Greek Gods. 4 pages of symbols all in colour. Each God has 4 symbols traditionally attached to them - students can research what symbols belong to each God or use as a revision activity at the end of the unit. Ideal cut and paste activity into student workbooks.

12 colorful revision cards for Book 2 of Virgil’s Aeneid. Questions require a mix of closed, short answers and extended explanations.

12 revision cards on Virgil’s Aeneid, Book 3. Questions ask for short, one word answers and extended responses. Ideal revision resource once students are familiar with the story.

27 cards designed to help students revise features of the Ancient Greek Theatre and dramatic conventions. Will need to be pre-cut. Can be used as a group revision activity or cut and paste for an individual task.

20 flashcards containing questions on Book 1. Questions range from asking for specific details, identifying language techniques used by Homer and the effect on the reader. I have tried to balance one word answers with questions that require expanded answers. These bright cards are great for both recollection of information and comprehension. Other Books / Chapters have also been uploaded.

12 questions on Homer’s Odyssey, Book 10. Bright, colourful flashcards that complement other “Books” I have also created. Great revision activity for students needing to recap specific details of the book / chapter. Group flashcard game or individual activity.

19 flashcards that are designed to help students reinforce their knowledge of literary terms connected to Shakespeare’s plays (or plays in general.) Will need to be pre-cut to use as a revision activity. Can be used as a group activity or individual cut and paste so students are able to use for future reference.

22 flashcards of Virgil’s characters in The Aeneid. Can be used as a group activity mix and match or as a cut and paste activity for individual workbooks.

20 flashcards containing questions relating to the content of Book 5 of Homer’s The Odyssey. Focusing on specific details, language techniques used by Homer and the intended effect on the reader, this (along with flashcards on other chapters) is a great revision resource, assessing both recollection and comprehension.

20 flashcards to be used as a mix and match exercise to revise figures (I have included Bucephalus) involved in Alexander’s life. Can be used as a group activity or cut and paste into individual books. Ideal revision activity once events are known. Figures include (examples): Alexander Hephaestion Olympias Parmenion Callisthenes Ptolemy Nearchus Philip Darius etc.

20 colourful flashcards each containing a question on Book 9 of Homer’s Odyssey. Specific details, language techniques and the effect on the reader are addressed in the question. This is a great tool for assessing both recollection of information and comprehension of the story. Other chapters have been uploaded too.

14 flashcards relating to Greek / Roman Gods. Students can write the names of the Gods at the top of the card and three symbols / myths relating to the deity. This is a neat revision activity. 12 cards relating to creatures of Greek mythology. Students write the name at the top of the card. Bright, vibrant cards that can be completed as a group activity or cut and paste to insert into individual workbooks.

14 colourful flashcards containing questions on Book 22 of Homer’s Odyssey. Specific, literal answers are asked for as well as questions that require students to justify their responses, providing extended answers. Great resource for both recollection of facts and comprehension. I have uploaded other chapters / books too.