Book 22- Death Of Hector Flashcards
What quote shows that Achilles has completely lost his humanity because he won’t come to terms with a pact for Hector?
“Lions don’t come to terms with men… they are enemies to the end”
(He also says he wish he could eat Hector himself)
What does Achilles do after killing Hector?
He “foully maltreated godlike Hector” (he stabs him between his ankles to feed the rope through there and then drags him around the town).
What does Andromache think Hector’s weakness is?
“Fatal overconfidence”
What does Hector do as soon as he sees Achilles.
“Fled in terror”
What does Hector say when he has understood Athene’s trick?
“Let me at least sell my life dearly and not without glory”
What does hecabe say immediately after learning the news of Hector’s death?
“Why should I live and suffer now you are dead”
