The Odyssey Review Flashcard

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Adventures of Odysseus is an example of what fantasy genre?

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epic tales

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Who is waiting on Odysseus back home?

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His wife Penelope and his son

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Which characteristics best describe Cyclops?

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one-eyed, giant, violent

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Why is Odysseus away from home?

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He spent 10 years fighting in the Trojan War

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What kind of journey is Odysseus on?

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A hero's quest

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What is one of Odysseus's negative traits?

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His pride

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What does Odysseus see in the Land of the Dead that frightens him?

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His mother's face

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What negative trait does Odysseus's crew show?

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Greed

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Why does Odysseus not tell his men about the dragon Scylla?

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He needs them to row fast to stay away from the whirlpool.

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Which women fall in love with Odysseus?

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Circe and Calypso