English Odyess #2 Flashcards
Who is aertes?
The elderly father of Odysseus; Penelope pretended to be making a shroud for his burial in order to trick the suitors into waiting for marriage.
Who is Odysseus’s old faithful dog?
Argos
Why did Odysseus delay his journey and return to Circe’s Island?
Elle or asked to go back for a proper burial, it shows kindness
Why was Penelope being pressured to remarry?
The suitors wanted to marry her.
Why did Telemachus go on a journey?
To find information about
About Odysseus
How did Odysseus and his men escape the Cyclops after putting out his eyes?
They escaped by hiding under sheep.
What does Odysseus’s escape from the Cyclops reveal about him?
It reveals his cleverness and tactical skills.
Describe the difference between Athena and Poseidon in relation to Odysseus.
Athena supports Odysseus while Poseidon opposes him.
Who authored the Odyssey?
The author is traditionally attributed to Homer.
Who was Odysseus?
He was the husband of Penelope and the hero of the Odyssey.
Who were the Lotus-Eaters?
They lived on a small island and ate the lotus plant, which caused them to forget their homes.
Who were the Sirens?
Creatures that lured sailors to their deaths with their enchanting songs.
Describe the Cyclops.
A giant one-eyed creature.
How did Odysseus and his men escape from Polyphemus?
They escaped by hiding under the sheep.
Why did Poseidon care so much about Polyphemus?
Polyphemus was his son.
Identify the name of and describe the dangerous ‘whirlpool’ that Odysseus and his men tried to avoid.
The name is Charybdis; it is a massive whirlpool that swallows ships.
Identify the name of and describe the monstrous creature on the cliffs that had to be avoided.
The name is Scylla; it has three sharp heads and preys on sailors.
Why was it so bad for the sailors to kill and eat the cattle on the ship?
It angered the gods and led to their demise.
Name some ways that Athena helped Odysseus throughout his journey.
She provided guidance and assistance.
How did Telemachus react when he discovered that the beggar man was his father in disguise?
He was shocked and emotional.
How did Telemachus help his father prepare for the fight against the suitors?
He hid weapons and gathered information about the suitors .
What trick did Penelope play to keep the suitors waiting?
She wove a shroud and un woved it at night.
How did Penelope test and prove Odysseus to be her true husband?
She asked him to describe their bed.
