The Odyssey Anticipation Guide

what does Circe turn Odysseus’s crew into?

• Wolves

• Pigs

• Dogs

• Bears

What does king Aeolus give to Odysseus and his crew?

• A bag of wind

• A map

• A golden compass

• A sword made by Hephaestus

How long was Odysseus away from home?

• 20 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

Who are the sirens?

• Dangerous creatures, who enchant the sailor with their hair

• Dangerous creatures, who enchant the sailor with their voices

• A nymph who captures Odysseus

What did Odysseus do to all men who are trying to marry his wife?

• He asks them to leave

• He gives them presents

• He kills them all

What method of alluring men do both Circe and Sirens use?

• money

• singing

• beauty

• food

What advise does Circe give to save the men from the Sirens?

• Go around the Sirens

• Find a sacrifice for them

• Disguise your ship 

• Put wax in your ears

What is the primary theme of 'The Odyssey'?

• A) Love and romance

• B) War and peace

• C) Journey and adventure

• D) Science and technology

Who is the author of 'The Odyssey'?

• A) Homer

• B) Shakespeare

• C) Virgil

• D) Dante

Which character is known for their wisdom and guidance to Odysseus?

• A) Zeus

• B) Athena

• C) Poseidon

• D) Hermes