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The Bible as Literature: The Book of Job AP English

How do you cite a quotation from the Bible? Please don’t forget that OWL Purdue is the preferred grammar source for KIS.

When is the word bible capitalized and when is it not?

Write the MLA citation for the Bible.

Copy and paste 5 of the most important lines from Job. Cite the locations correctly.

What does iniquity mean? Why is this word important?

List one other word that people who read Job should know.

Find 2-3 figures of speech. Copy and paste the lines and identify what figure of speech is used.

Is the Book of Job a tragedy, romance, history, or comedy?

Who is Elihu and why is he important? Who might he compare to in Oedipus?


 * Half the class needs to compare Job to Oedipus. The other needs to contrast. Please create a chart or diagram. If you compare consider the characters, chorus, themes, setting, the role of the gods. If you contrast, please do the previous, but consider your deeper knowledge of the Bible and the deep differences in salvation between Greek theology (as represented in Oedipus) and Christian theology. Additionally, both groups should consider the role of rulers as stated in both works of literature. Each group needs 10-15 comparisons or contrasts.