Chapter 2 Flashcards
Who is Helen?
Queen of Sparta; the most beautiful woman in the world
Who is Menelaus?
King of Sparta; Helen’s husband
What does ruddy mean?
Rosy, healthy
What is a lyre?
Harp-like instrument used to accompany song or poetry
What does tawny mean?
Orangish or yellow brown
What does distaff mean?
Staff used when spinning by hand that holds unspun wool
What was Hector’s attitude toward his brother Paris’ skill in music?
He thought he spent too much time with his lyre, and not enough time practicing his skills for war
Why was Menelaus not threatened by Paris’ beauty?
He was used to men admiring Helen
Why did Menelaus have no fear that Helen would be tempted by Paris?
Helen never paid attention to other men, and Menelaus was sure she would not be tempted by Paris
Name 2 ways Paris wronged Menelaus?
He took his wife from him. He was a guest in his house and mistreated him.
Who said “When he stands by Helen, my wife, they will make the most beautiful couple that has ever been seen upon earth.”
Menelaus
Who will stand by Helen?
Paris
Who said “Hector’s gift is prowess in war. Mine is mere grace and beauty, yet you should not despise it, since it alone is not born of practice, but comes unsought direct from the gods”
Paris
Why should Paris’ gift not be despised?
Because his beauty was a gift from the gods. It can not be earned by practice
Could Hectors gift be won without being given by the gods?
Yes. Being good at war can be achieved through practice
