Book 7 Flashcards
1
Q
How does Athena help Odysseus in scheria?
A
She disguises herself as a little girl
She shrouds Odysseus so the Phaeacians don’t harass him
She tells Odysseus to go to the Queen Arete for help
2
Q
How does Odysseus get help?
A
Pleads to Arete
The king thinks he’s a god
But proves he is mortal without revealing his identity
The king gets a ship ready
3
Q
Why does Arete get suspicious with Odysseus?
A
She sees that Odysseus is wearing her daughters clothes
Odysseus explains why and the king (Alcinos) is impressed, then offered his daughter.
4
Q
What themes were in this book?
A
Xenia- From Alcinos/Arete as they agreed to help Odysseus
Desperation - Pleads for help at Arete feet
Athenas help in the book is common
Supernatural - Disguise
