Sample+IR+Outline+2

See other topic.
 * Topic: Presidential Candidate**

Ulysses' story is an American story. Born a hero, he did not rest on his laurels. He rose to the highest heights, leading his men, vanquishing an enemy, nurturing his family, and winning the admiration of Gods and monsters around the world. No island was too barren, no ocean wave too big, no monster too depraved for Ulysses. Ulysses is happiest in the arms of his family, bringing his home island of Ithaca into a new era of peace and prosperity. He will do the same for you--with his intelligence, wit, strength, courage and creativity. Ulysses for president. (I am Ulysses and I approve this message!)
 * Fun Introductory Element**

[Include a BRIEF story summary if that helps you "set the stage"]
 * Summary**


 * First Roman Numeral** [you need three more!]
 * I.** One strength Ulysses would have as a presidential candidate is that he is smart and strategic.


 * [general story details supporting above]** a. Often times, because of the obstacles thrown at him by the Gods, or the failures of his men, Ulysses is in situations, that from the outside, appear impossible to get out of. But he always stays calm, thinks and finds a way out.


 * [quote and explanation to support above]** b. When he found himself climbing a giant (he thought was a tree) on Cannibal Beach, “Ulysses did not lose his wits” (Evslin 45). His men were terrified and panicking all around him. When they saw him remain calm, they were able to calm themselves and help get themselves out of this situation.


 * [explanation about how above relates to the WHOLE book]** c. __Throughout the whole book,__ Ulysses demonstrates strategic smarts, even at the most difficult times. It’s almost as if that is when he is at his smartest; he rises to meet the demands of the situation. __At the end,__ in his battle against the suitors who had taken over his home, he managed to keep calm, and stick to his plan. He had to resist revealing his true identify to his wife Penelope in order to do this. Knowing how much he loved his wife and how long he had waited to see her, his strategic mind and action played a critical role in this final scene.