Jacob receives the writing prompt below.
write an informative essay about an event in greek mythology. summarize the plot, and explain how the myth has influenced modern culture.
he decides to write about an event involving odysseus. which are effective research questions to best develop his topic?
where was odysseus born? what are the names of his parents? where did he travel on his journey?
what is the name of odysseus’s biggest battle? what is his most important quality?
what happened in odysseus’s attempt to capture troy? what impact has this had upon modern life?
who was odysseus? why is he important? how has he influenced today’s society?

D, "Who was Odysseus? Why is he important? How has he influenced today’s society?"

Explanation:

This answer focuses on more general ideas, and how the myth influences today's world.

judy jones is an attractive woman who receives attention from many men throughout the story.   despite her beautiful appearance, she is superficial and callous.   she is an aggressive woman who goes after any man she desires but she is not happy.   she is fickle and is never satisfied.   her beauty is only skin deep.   dexter breaks down because he knows his dreams are unattainable.   he believes that wealth and physical beauty are what will make him happy.   he soon realizes that she has lost her attractive looks.   it is not all what he had planned.