The Odyssey Chapter 3

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What strategy did Odysseus use to escape the giant's cave?

Back

He tied his men under the giant's sheep.

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Why is Odysseus considered curious in Chapter 3?

Back

He went to investigate who lived on the other side of the water.

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What did the giant think Odysseus and his men were?

Back

Sheep stealers.

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Why did the other cyclops not help Polyphemus?

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Because he kept saying nobody hurt him.

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What did the giant do to Odysseus' men?

Back

He ate them.

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Front

Who is Polyphemus in 'The Odyssey'?

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Polyphemus is a cyclops and the giant who captures Odysseus and his men.

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Front

What does Odysseus' curiosity lead him to do?

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It leads him to explore the cave and encounter the giant.

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Front

What lesson can be learned from Odysseus' encounter with the giant?

Back

Curiosity can lead to danger, but cleverness can help overcome challenges.

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Front

How does Odysseus demonstrate leadership in Chapter 3?

Back

He devises a plan to escape the cave and protect his men.

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Front

What is the significance of the sheep in Odysseus' escape?

Back

Odysseus uses the sheep to hide his men and sneak out of the cave.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

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