Book 14 Flashcards
1
Q
Does Eumaeus treat the beggar (Odysseus) properly?
A
Yes
Eumaeus provides him food/shelter/ and a cloak
2
Q
Is Eumaeus loyal towards Odysseus
If so how?
A
Yes: he praises him even though he isn’t there and says how bad the Suitors are
3
Q
What cover story did Odysseus tell Eumaeus about who he is?
A
That he comes from Crete and he fought with Odysseus in Troy but later a trio in Egypt went wrong
But he heard Odysseus is still alive
4
Q
Themes in book 14?
A
Xenia
Disguise
Nostos
Kleos
