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The assigment: On the front, quote two or three descriptive lines…
The assigment:
On the front, quote two or three descriptive lines of description from Book 7, “Land of the Phaeacians.”
On the address/note side of the card, writing a greeting (Dear X) and then write to them with a MEAL paragraph.
Begin your paragraph with something along the lines of “I’m here visiting Scheria, and I can’t wait to tell you about the Phaeacians’ xenia (hospitality).” Continue (M) with an assertion about their level of xenia (one sentence). Transition into a quotation (E) that helps prove your point (one or two sentences). Tell your recipient more about the details (A) in the quotation (two or three sentences). Conclude (L) the paragraph with a variation of the main idea to drive the point home again.
Add a closing and signature to your postcard. Since Odysseus has lost his crew, I guess this will have to be from him to …. ? Your choice.
Quote:
“For the people here have little affection for strangers and do not welcome visitors with open arms’.
I need help with my answer
Dear [wife]
I apologize for how long it has taken for me to return home and for not sending any letters recently, for I have been lost at sea for a long time. I have spent all of these years thinking of you, and our son. I recently made it to Scheria, where I now sit writing this to you. This is my first time visiting Scheria, and I’m very eager to tell you all about the Phaeacians’ xenia (hospitality) while I’m here. Even when “The Phaeacians exhibit a tentative attitude towards the demonstration of xenia, showing a slightly xenophobic tendency and keeping a social distance from strangers” The king has agreed to help me sail back home. Phaeacians are cautious and reserved when it comes to interacting with strangers. All in all, the Phaeacians’ attitude towards xenia is indicative of the complex nature of this concept, as well as the diverse ways in which it can be experienced. This complexity is further highlighted by the fact that the Phaeacians’ skepticism towards foreigners does not prevent them from extending hospitality to them. I am glad because they will help me leave so I should be back to see you soon!
With hopes of seeing you soon, best wishes
Odysseus
