The Odyssey Flashcard -- Polyphemus to the Test of the Great Bow

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Who is Odysseus' wife?

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Penelope

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What is the name of the island that Odysseus rules?

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Ithaca

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What type of ship does Odysseus use to return home?

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A magical Phaeacian ship.

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What is the name of the six-headed monster Odysseus encounters?

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Scylla

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Why are the suitors in Odysseus' palace?

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They want to meet and marry Penelope.

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What is the significance of the Test of the Great Bow?

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It is a challenge to prove who is worthy of marrying Penelope.

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Who helps Odysseus throughout his journey?

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Athena, the goddess of wisdom.

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What is the main theme of The Odyssey?

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The journey of self-discovery and the struggle for home.

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What role do the gods play in The Odyssey?

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They influence the events and fate of the characters.

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What is the relationship between Odysseus and Telemachus?

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Telemachus is Odysseus' son.