The Odyssey Characters and Background Information

What role do the gods play in Book 2-4 of The Odyssey?

• The gods play a minimal role, only appearing in the background of the story.

• The gods play a significant role, with Athena guiding and assisting Telemachus on his journey.

• The gods are the main focus of the story, with the human characters being secondary.

• The gods are only mentioned in passing and have no impact on the events of the story.

What is the significance of the hospitality shown by Nestor and Menelaus in Book 2-4 of The Odyssey?

• The hospitality shown by Nestor and Menelaus is insignificant and has no impact on the story.

• The hospitality shown by Nestor and Menelaus highlights the importance of treating guests with respect and generosity in ancient Greek culture, and contrasts with the behavior of the suitors in Ithaca.

• The hospitality shown by Nestor and Menelaus is meant to be a comedic element in the story.

• The hospitality shown by Nestor and Menelaus is a plot device to introduce new characters and conflicts.

How does Telemachus' journey in Book 2-4 of The Odyssey parallel Odysseus' journey?

• Both journeys involve a search for lost treasure and encounters with mythical creatures.

• Both journeys involve a quest for knowledge and personal growth, as well as overcoming obstacles and challenges.

• Both journeys are focused on revenge and retribution against those who have wronged them.

• There is no parallel between Telemachus' and Odysseus' journeys, as they are completely separate stories.

Choose the five correct statements that characterize Odysseus.

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created the Trojan Horse idea

He helped resolve the Apple of Discord

married to Helen

king of Greece

loved by Poseidon

guilty of hubris & on heroic journey

king of Ithaca

smart, quick-thinking, & resourceful

He is talented with his bow and arrow.

demi-god

Who turns Odysseus' men into swine?

• Calypso

• Sirens

• Prince of Thebes

• Circe

Who is Polyphemus?

• The Cyclops

• One of Odysseus's crew

• An arrogant suitor

• A lotus eater

Argos is

• the faithful dog of Odysseus.

• the faithful goatherd.

• the name of Odysseus ship.

• the name of Odysseus' palace.

Who is the hero of the Odyssey?

• Posiedon

• Penelope

• Odysseus

• Telemachus

Odysseus is helped by which god/goddess?

• Athena

• Aphrodite

• Zeus

• Posideon

What is the primary role of Athena in The Odyssey?

• A) She is a minor character with little influence.

• B) She is the goddess who opposes Odysseus throughout his journey.

• C) She is the goddess who assists and guides Odysseus and Telemachus.

• D) She is the goddess who punishes Odysseus for his hubris.