1. How is Dr. Edward Said’s theory of orientalism depicted in 300? Provide two examples from the film. What are the potential effects of orientalism? 2. The Ancient History article on the Achaemenid...

1. How is Dr. Edward Said’s theory of orientalism depicted in 300? Provide two examples from the film. What are the potential effects of orientalism?

2. TheAncient Historyarticle on the Achaemenid Persian Empire discusses the myth of democracy and despotism associated with the Greek city-states and Persia. How does this article challenge the romanticized, heroic depiction of these Greek city-states, like Sparta, and the vilification of Persia?

3. Dr. Sarah Bond describes how romanticized depictions of the Spartans are dangerous. Explain why Dr. Bond thinks romanticizing the Spartans is dangerous and provide two examples of these romanticized depictions from the film 300.

4. How do we see the impact of orientalism, militarization, and national exceptionalism playing out in the world today?