The Odyssey Books 1-5 Flashcard

Front

What is the name of Odysseus' son?

Back

Telemachus

Front

Who is Odysseus' wife?

Back

Penelope

Front

According to his son, how long has Odysseus been gone from home?

Back

17 years

Front

What problem are Odysseus's son and wife facing at home?

Back

Suitors have taken over their home and won't leave.

Front

Who has been holding Odysseus captive on her island?

Back

Calypso

Front

Which god or goddess pleads with Zeus to allow for Odysseus to come home?

Back

Athena

Front

Who does Zeus send to deliver the message to let Odysseus go to Calypso?

Back

Hermes

Front

Why does Poseidon hate Odysseus so much?

Back

He blinded his son, the Cyclops Polyphemus.

Front

What does the nymph give Odysseus for protection when attacked by Poseidon?

Back

A veil

Front

When Odysseus finally reaches the shore, what does he do?

Back

He sleeps.