Mythology Web Drop Activities

 

 

Web Drop#1: What is a Myth?

http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/vespignanie/webdrop1.htm

In this activity, examine what a myth truly is and what its characteristics are.

 

Web Drop #2: Art and Architecture

http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/vespignanie/webdrop2.htm

In this activity, view the various methods civilizations have used to honor the figures

in their myths. From pottery to temples, examine human attempts to portray the divine.

 

Web Drop #3: Into the Inferno

http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/vespignanie/webdrop3.htm

In this activity, explore the nine levels of Dante’s Inferno and how it relates not only to

the Christian mythology, but incorporates ancient religion as well.

 

Web Drop #4: One is the Loneliest Number

http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/vespignanie/webdrop4.htm

In this activity, compare two approaches to religious mythology, monotheism and polytheism.

 

Web Drop #5: Creation Myths

http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/slm/student/vespignanie/webdrop5.htm

In this activity, discover various creation myths from around the world and compare

their similarities and differences.