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Ancient Greece is thought by many to be the origin of civilization as we know it today. It was a society shaped by the people's belief in many
mythological gods to whom they turned for guidance and protection.
Read Lawrence Ferlinghetti's poem To the Oracle at Delphi here e
Reflect on its meaning and then answer these questions: Why do you think Ferlinghetti chose to present the poem as an appeal to an ancient
Greek figure? How does the poem connect with the Beat movement of which Ferlinghetti was a part? Free write for five minutes (That is, write
whatever comes to mind without stopping to censor your thoughts.) on these questions.
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