The Odyssey - The Cyclops

What motivates Odysseus to stay?

• Survival instincts
• Curiosity
• Greed
• Pride

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

• Fearful
• Thankful
• Determined
• Courageous

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

• He has forgotten about his men.
• He is getting cocky and wrapped up in the adventure.
• He has grown bored with the Cyclops and wishes to leave.
• He has lost touch with reality and become a danger to himself.

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What is death in Line 371?

• The Cyclops
• Odysseus’ plan
• The boulder on the cave door
• The rams running away from the men

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

• Timid but self-important
• Carefree but resolute
• Hilarious and joyful
• Smug and superior

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