In Line 371, Odysseus compares escaping to a game. What does this imply?

He is getting cocky and wrapped up in the adventure.

He has forgotten about his men.

He has grown bored with the Cyclops and wishes to leave.

He has lost touch with reality and become a danger to himself.

What is death in Line 371?

The rams running away from the men

After being blinded, the Cyclops goes to sit in front of the door. Why does he do this?

Wants to make sure Odysseus and his men don't escape.

The cyclops can't is waiting for his neighbors to come help him.

The cyclops wants to make sure his sheep don't escape.

The cyclops sleeps in front of the door and is going to take a nap.

The Cyclops is now blind. What does his blindness represent?

The consequences of pride and ego

The consequences of brutality and greed

Why do Odysseus and his men glance back in Line 418?

They fear the Cyclops will find them.

They are looking for their ship.

They are watching for the rams.

They want to fight the Cyclops again.

Why do the faces of Odysseus’ men change when they see the prisoners returning?

Because they also see some men have not returned

Because they also see the Cyclops

Because they also see a storm approaching

Because they also see the gods are angry with Odysseus

Lines 448-453 are the first time readers “hear” Odysseus’ men speak. Why is this significant? Select all that apply.

It further highlights Odysseus’ flaws.

It demonstrates their patience.

How does Odysseus exhibit a glorying spirit?

He shouts his name to the Cyclops.

He celebrates his victory without care.

He advertises his ancestry and heritage.

He taunts the Cyclops with his stolen rams.

The Odyssey - The Cyclops

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What motivates Odysseus to stay?

Survival instincts

Curiosity

Greed

Pride

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Who or what is the shepherd in Line 285?

Odysseus

The Cyclops

One of Odysseus’ men

One of the gods looking over humankind

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

1 min • Ungraded

Odysseus is a divisive character. Some readers think he is heroic and brave, but others find him arrogant and impulsive. Based on what you have read so far, what do you think of Odysseus? Find at least one piece of text evidence to (cite) to support your answer, and respond in complete sentences.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is Odysseus’ tone when he says "no quitting now" on Line 326?

Fearful

Thankful

Determined

Courageous

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the imagery in Lines 337-340?

To convey the strength of the Cyclops

To convey the danger of Odysseus’ plan

To convey the violence of the Cyclops’ injury

To convey the hatred Odysseus and his men have for the Cyclops

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

In Line 357, Odysseus compares the Cyclops to a mammoth, and in Line 371, he compares the escape plan to a game. These comparisons exemplify which literary device?

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the effect of comparing the Cyclops and a mammoth? Select all that apply.

To indicate the Cyclops is extinct

To suggest the Cyclops is animalistic

To reveal the Cyclops’ great weakness

To imply the Cyclops is large in stature

To communicate the Cyclops’ ancestry

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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The Odyssey - The Cyclops

What motivates Odysseus to stay?

Who or what is the shepherd in Line 285?

Odysseus is a divisive character. Some readers think he is heroic and brave, but others find him arrogant and impulsive. Based on what you have read so far, what do you think of Odysseus? Find at least one piece of text evidence to (cite) to support your answer, and respond in complete sentences.

What is Odysseus’ tone when he says "no quitting now" on Line 326?

What is the purpose of the imagery in Lines 337-340?

In Line 357, Odysseus compares the Cyclops to a mammoth, and in Line 371, he compares the escape plan to a game. These comparisons exemplify which literary device?

What is the effect of comparing the Cyclops and a mammoth? Select all that apply.

In Line 371, Odysseus compares escaping to a game. What does this imply?

What is death in Line 371?

What is Odysseus’ tone at the end of the passage after blinding the cyclops?

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