1. In an essay of at least 300 words, discuss the similarities of two epic heroes we've read about so far in class.  Before you begin writing, you may want to think about the following:What obstacles must they overcome?What are their motivations?Who supports them and why?What are their weaknesses and strengths?How do they interact with their families, their own people, and others?Are they rewarded for their actions?  If so, with what?In your response, provide specific details from the textbook to strengthen your argument.  The textbook is the only source allowed on the exam.  You must use MLA Style in-text citations.  For more information about MLA Style, see the Purdue Online Writing Lab here: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/02/. 2. In an essay of at least 300 words, compare and contrast two readings we've read so far this quarter.  Before you begin writing, you may want to think about the following:Where were the works composed or written?  When?What was the purpose of the author?What themes are found in the work?What are the defining qualities of men and women in the works?What emotions are prevalent?What obstacles must be faced?Who are the protagonists and antagonists?Are the works still relevant today?  If so, why?In your response, provide specific details from the textbook to strengthen your argument.  The textbook is the only source allowed on the exam.  You must use MLA Style in-text citations.  For more information about MLA Style, see the Purdue Online Writing Lab here: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/02/. Please to choose from one of the following:“Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Literature” and The Epic of Gilgamesh“Homer” and The Iliad (Books I, XXII, and XXIV)“Virgil” and The Aeneid (Books I, II, and IV).“Ancient India” and The Ramayana of Valmiki

When your team is gathered for the 3rd SNT meeting, click on the Meeting #3 video below to watch the guide together. Video Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9oBAzDmFUYBd3Vf...Please be sure to keep your goals SMART- avoid generalities and be as specific as possible. Answer those questions when listing and discussing your goal: is it specific, measurable, achievable, rewarding, and timely? How so? Staying specific and detailed will help ensure that you are accomplishing what you set out to achieve. 1- Did you succeed in achieving your action steps since the last meeting? If yes, please state which action steps you were able to complete. If no, please explain the challenges that you experienced. (If this is your first SNT meeting, write 'first meeting' here)2- Please state your goal using the SMART Method:Specific: Avoid generalities! Your goal should have specific details so you know what you’re achieving.Measurable: Make sure you have solid criteria for establishing your progress toward your goal.Achievable: It doesn’t have to be simple or easy, but it should be possible.Rewarding: Your goal must be something that is meaningful and worthwhile.Timely: Having specific dates for beginning and finishing goals keeps you on track.Example: “My goal is to receive a Sports Internship by May 1st”3- Please list the actions steps you will take to achieve your goals stated above. These are action steps that will be completed by next meeting. Example: “1. Finish my resume. 2. Talk with my advisor. 3. Submit a sports internship application at two institutions.”4- How have the Society speakers or SNT meetings helped you achieve your goals or changed your life?