The Odyssey Chapters 1-3 Quiz

Who is Odysseus?

• The King of Thebes

• Penelope's son

• King of Ithaca

• He died

What is the first obstacle Odysseus and his men face?

• The Lotus Eaters

• The Cyclops

• The Laestrygonians

• Troy

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What happened to the men when they ate the Lotus fruit?

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How does Odysseus defeat Polyphemus?

• He trips him and runs

• He blinds him and hides under the sheep

• He convinces some of his men to stay behind as leverage

• He doesn't

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What name does the King of Ithaca give Polyphemus?

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Define Hubris

• Pride

• Luck

• Excessive Pride

• Bravery

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Why does Poseidon curse Odysseus and his men?

• He stole his girlfriend

• He blinded his son

• He thought it was entertaining

• He wanted to make waves

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Provide an example from the story in which Odysseus demonstrates too much pride.

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What is so special about the Brass Island?

• It's in the middle of the ocean

• It suspends above the water

• It looks like a bucket

• All of the above

What does King Aeolus give to Odysseus?

• A bag of winds

• A treasure map

• The key to the city

• Gold

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