Grand Piano 2: The lid on a grand piano is held open by a 28-in. prop. The base of the prop is 55 in. from the lids hinges, as shown in Figure 6-7e. At what possible distances along the lid could you place the end of the prop so that the lid makes a 26 angle with the piano? Figure 6-7e
Chapters 17 and 18 Chapter 17 The Theban Saga Differences between Saga and Myth o Myths are stories of the gods and their relations with humans o Sagas have perceptible relationship to history Quest style of tale o 10 elements 1. Hero has elements of the extraordinary linked to his birth and childhood 2. He faces opposition from the start… and as a result he must prove his worth by surmounting challenges 3. His enemy usually instigates his achievement 4. He is helped by at least one ally 5. He faces seemingly insurmountable obstacles 6. Conflicts with monstrous opponents present him with challenges 7. He may have to observe taboos 8. Death itself is the ultimate conquest, usually achieved by going to and returning from the underworld 9. The hero's success may be rewarded with marriage, security, wealth or power 10. But knowledge, enlightenment, redemption or purification are also art of the hero's attainment There are many sagas in the ancient Greek World o Mostly connected with cities and areas important during the late Bronze Age o This is during the Mycenaean era o Theban Cycle Cadmus (husband of Harmonia and brother of Europa) Founded Thebes Europa and Cadmus originally came from Tyre
