Discuss how do different cultures explain the beginning of the world, the origin of man ornatural events (storms, flooding, etc.)?

Standards:RST.11-12.1. Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of science and technical texts,attending to important distinctions the author makes and to any gaps or inconsistencies in theaccount.WHST.11-12.1a. Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish the significance of the claim(s),distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that logicallysequences the claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.WHST.11-12.8. Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, usingadvanced searches effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of thespecific task, purpose, and audience; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flowof ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source and following a standard format forcitation.Understandings:Students will come to understand that myths from around the world often use the same themes toexpress commonly held viewsStudents will learn why there are differences in myths and what they teach usabout the cultures they representStudents will learn that geographical formations play some of the largest contextual roles indeveloping myths.Essential Questions:Why study mythology?How do different cultures explain the beginning of the world, the origin of man ornatural events (storms, flooding, etc.)?What unique cultural traits are revealed in myths?Are there universal (anthropological) elements of culture that transcend regional differences?Knowledge Shown:The purpose of myths is to explain, inform and entertain.Differences in myths reflect the uniqueness of the geographic location of eachculture.Skills Gained:Identify the structure and purpose of selected myths.Explain the similarities between myths from different geographic locations.Research the origins of myths that are presented.Create an original myth which will include a structure and purpose.