Homer

__**Biographical Article**__

You have been hired by the local newspaper to write a feature article on Homer to honor his works and accomplishments. Use the websites below to complete your research. Your wonderful editors, Mr. Wiggs and Ms. Darrough, expect you to take advantage of the numerous resources available and therefore you should utilize at least three sources. As a good reporter - cite your sources in MLA format. Use the rubric below to ensure that you have included all necessary information. Keep in mind this story is to recognize the accomplishments of Homer, not just give details of his life - you may have to research about the accomplishments themselves to do a good job. Your article is due by 1:45 pm, Tuesday, October 19 - this is a firm deadline so no late work.

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**Points Earned: __/100 Points**
 * **Criteria** || **Pts Possible** || **Pts Earned** || **Comments** ||
 * Birth Date/Birthplace || 5 ||  ||   ||
 * Death Date/ Place of Death || 5 ||  ||   ||
 * Early Influences(Must include 3 events that influenced the individual.) || 15 ||  ||   ||
 * Education (Must include its role or significance in later life.) || 15 ||  ||   ||
 * Major Accomplishments (Must provide dates if applicable.) || 15 ||  ||   ||
 * Significance (Must explain why this individual is worthy ofnote in their field of expertise.) || <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,geneva,helvetica; text-align: center;">15 ||  ||   ||
 * <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,geneva,helvetica;">Contemporaries (Must include at least three individuals along with their occupations/roles.) || <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,geneva,helvetica; text-align: center;">15 ||  ||   ||
 * <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,geneva,helvetica;">Grammar and Spelling(Each error results in one point off.) || <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,geneva,helvetica; text-align: center;">10 ||  ||   ||
 * <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,geneva,helvetica;">Neatness || <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,geneva,helvetica; text-align: center;">5 ||  ||   ||