Table of Contents
- 1 What does Odysseus take with him when he lands on the island of Cyclops?
- 2 What does Odysseus do to the Cyclops?
- 3 How would you describe Odysseus attitude as he lands on the Cyclops land?
- 4 Why did Odysseus originally want to stay at the cave?
- 5 How does Odysseus respond to the three men who long for home?
- 6 Who are Penelope and Telemachus waiting for in the Odyssey?
What does Odysseus take with him when he lands on the island of Cyclops?
When Odysseus goes to inspect the cave that he later learns belongs to the Cyclops, Polyphemus, he brings with him a goat skin bottle of dark wine that was given to him by Maron, a priest of Apollo, who watches over Ismarus (the first stop Odysseus and his men had made after leaving Troy).
What does Odysseus do to the Cyclops?
While the cyclops is out with his sheep, Odysseus sharpens a piece of wood into a stake and hardens it in the fire. Next, he gives the cyclops wine to get him drunk, and he tells the cyclops his name is “Nobody.” When the cyclops falls asleep, Odysseus blinds him with the hardened stake.
How would you describe Odysseus attitude as he lands on the Cyclops land?
Odysseus’ adventurous attitude as he lands on the Cyclops’ land. The reverse of the hospitality found in Phaeacia. Odysseus’ leadership qualities; his adventurous spirit; his courage and cleverness; his lapse into pride (hubris).
What motivates Odysseus to go to the Land of the Cyclops?
Odysseus wants to visit the Cyclops out of pure curiosity. He knows that he has the protection of the gods and he believes himself to be more than human so he does not fear entering Polyphemus’ cave with twelve of his men in tow. Odysseus lost six men because of his ego and barely made his escape.
Why doesn’t Odysseus respect the Cyclops?
Why doesn’t Odysseus respect the Cyclopes? They are lawless creatures with no sense of community and no drive to cultivate the land. In lines 91-92, what does Odysseus’ metaphor imply about the Cyclops? He is huge and alone, like a mountain.
Why did Odysseus originally want to stay at the cave?
Describe the Cyclops, Polyphemus, as seen through the eyes of Odysseus. Why did Odysseus want to stay in the cave when all of his men were begging to steal the food and leave? He wanted to see the cave man and see what he had to offer. Describe the rock that the Cyclops wedges over the entrance to the cave.
How does Odysseus respond to the three men who long for home?
Do you think Odysseus responds appropriately to the three men who long to stay with the Lotus eaters? Note two points at which Odysseus mentions a longing for home
Who are Penelope and Telemachus waiting for in the Odyssey?
Penelope and Telemachus are waiting for Odysseus’ return while suitors have taken over Ithaca, hoping the Penelope will marry one of them someday What happens at home while Odysseus is on his journey? Mythical beings What does Odysseus encounter on his way home?
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Odysseus’ son Who is Telemachus? Penelope and Telemachus are waiting for Odysseus’ return while suitors have taken over Ithaca, hoping the Penelope will marry one of them someday What happens at home while Odysseus is on his journey? Mythical beings