Odysseus and the Cyclops Flashcard

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What name did Odysseus give to Polyphemus?

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Odysseus told Polyphemus that his name was 'Nobody'.

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How did Polyphemus respond to his fellow Cyclopes when they came to help?

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Polyphemus told them the name of the person who blinded him.

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What did Polyphemus do after eating two of Odysseus's men?

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He rolled a boulder aside to let his sheep out.

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What did Odysseus and his men do with the lamb they found near the cave?

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They roasted it and ate it.

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How did Odysseus and his men escape the Cyclops's cave?

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They hid under the Cyclops's sheep while he was blind.

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What is the significance of Odysseus calling himself 'Nobody'?

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It allowed him to trick Polyphemus and avoid direct confrontation.

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

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Cunning and intelligence can be more effective than brute strength.

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What role do the gods play in Odysseus's journey?

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The gods often intervene in human affairs, influencing outcomes.

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What is a Cyclops in Greek mythology?

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A Cyclops is a one-eyed giant, known for their strength and brutish behavior.

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How does Odysseus demonstrate leadership during the encounter with Polyphemus?

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He devises a plan to escape and keeps his men focused.