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Odysseus Dialectical Journal

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n the front of the room Odysseus was standing, waiting for us. “The day is almost over so you are welcome to join new troops and explore other rooms but travel as a group.” he said. For the rest of the period the troops were changed and altered. I joined groups with Rachel and Jaden. We strolled down the hall with our newly formed group falling short behind us. On our way to the choir room, our 7th period class, we saw 6th grade pigs snorting their way through the door behind us. Not wanting to be trampled, we quickly ran to the room and slammed the door. We were too busy to notice the radiant light that had filled the head room. “Let you take note of this eventful day for we can make it happen again.” bombed the loud voice of Zeus, “You

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