AS91394 Analyse ideas and values of the classical world (2022)

INSTRUCTIONS

Answer ONE of the questions below with reference to a classical literary text.

You must answer using paragraphs.

Characters in classical literary texts may be mythical, fictional, or historical.

QUESTIONS (Choose ONE)

1. Discuss the extent to which one or more characters took responsibility for the welfare of members of their household and/or friends.
2. Discuss the extent to which one or more characters lived by the values and/or beliefs of their society.
3. Discuss the extent to which one or more relationships between characters might be described as unconventional or unique.
4. Discuss the extent to which the authority of one or more characters was challenged by others.

You should aim to write a concise answer of no more than 5-6 pages. The quality of your writing is more important than the length of your answer.

Support your answer with evidence from a classical literary text.