Literary Elements
Which of the following describe Homer's writing style?
A) Epic
B) Satirical
C) Dramatic
D) Detailed
E) Sarcastic
F) Reflective
A - Epic
C - Dramatic
D - Detailed
All of the following are universal themes that connect to Book 10 of the Odyssey EXCEPT:
A) Consequences of the inability to resist temptation
B) The brutal toll of leadership and loss
C) The cost of glory
D) Consequences of human curiosity and greed
C) the cost of glory
While this may be apparent in other books of the Odyssey, it does not connect to the events of book 10
What are 4 of the most common epic poetry themes that connect to Greek culture and epic heros?
Intelligence, Loyalty, Hospitality and Glory
Identify the simile within lines 6-11.
"like hounds"
What is the meaning of the word "Snare" as used in line 26?
Read lines 1-5.
How does the description of the setting add meaning to the poem?
A) by highlight the lack of cautiousness of the crew
B) by highlighting the alluring atmosphere
C) by highlighting the crew's hunger
D) by highlighting the animals behavior
B) By highlighting the alluring atmosphere
While it does describe the animals' behavior, it adds meaning to the poem by creating an alluring atmosphere that ultimately contributes to the crew's fall to temptation
How does Circe's punishment help develop the universal theme of “consequences of being unable to withstand temptation and greed”? (R.1.2)
A) It shows why the men are so afraid of the Circe and her wrath.
B) It shows what happens when Odysseus refuses to look out for his crew.
C) It shows what happens to the crew when they are deceived by Circe's enchantment
D) It shows why the Circe does not have to be hospitable to Odysseus’s crew.
C) It shows what happens to the crew when they are deceived by Circe's enchantment
Circe's punishment of turning the crew into pigs is a direct result of their inability to withstand to the temptation of Circe's home and food
How does Odysseus develop as an epic hero?
A) by keeping his men safe
B) by revealing his ability to withstand temptation
C) by remaining loyal to his crew and not abandoning them
D) by justifying his division of the crew because of their mistrustful nature
C) by remaining loyal to his crew and not abandoning them
Loyalty is a characteristic of an epic hero
Identify personification personification within lines 39-45.
foreboding filled his heart.
Gives the abstract concept "foreboding" the human ability to "fill"
Which word in lines 19-22 comes from the Old English word meaning "steal"?
Stealth
Read lines 39-45.
How does Eurylochus reaction to Circe's magic add meaning to the poem?
A) by highlighting the fear the Eurylochus felt
B) by highlighting Eurylochus hunger for food
C) by highlighting the other crews lack of trust
D) by highlighting the damage done by the Circe
A) by highlighting the fear the Eurylochus felt
While it does imply that Circe has done great damage and the crew's distrust of Eurylochus, it most directly describes the fear Eurylochus' feels and adds meaning by foreshadowing greater danger to come.
How is the universal theme of the "brutal toll of leadership" developed by Odysseus reaction to his men being transformed?
Instead of sailing away, he goes after his men
What stage of the Hero's Journey does Book 10 represent?
The Meeting with the Goddess - Circe is the goddess that will provide Odysseus with the trial of entering the underworld
How does the comparison in lines 6-9 impact the mood of the poem?
A) It shows the subdued nature of the wild animals
B) It shows the evil of Circe's potion
C) It shows the animal-like nature of the crew.
D) It shows the ferocity of the Circe's actions.
The simile "like hounds, who look up when their master comes with tidbits for them—as he will—from table." shows the wolves and lions are behaving as pets and as though they are domesticated
Which word in lines 39-45 came from the Old English word meaning "prophecy"?
Foreboding
Read lines 13-17
How does Homer's style in these lines impact the meaning of the poem?
A) by showing the unjust nature of Circe
B) by dramatizing the shock Polites felt
C) by dramatizing the reaction of Odysseus’s crew
D) by showing the detailed enticement and temptation of Circe
D) By showing the detailed enticement and temptation of Circe
Be sure to refer to the text - the specified lines do not show the reactions of Polites or the crew. We may feel she is unjust, but that is not how she is described.
How does the plot of book 10 develop the universal themes of the "Brutal toll of leadership and loss"?
Because Odysseus divided his men who were already distrustful of him, it allowed for them to impulsively impact their progress towards going home
How does the interference of the gods impact the outcome for Odysseus and his men? (R.1.4)
A) by Aeolus refusing to help the crew again after believing them cursed by the gods for their greed
B) by creating a curse that leads to the men falling for Circe's spell
C) by helping the men become friendly with the Circe
D) by giving Odysseus the loyalty needed to save his men
A) by refusing to help the crew again after believing them cursed by the gods for their greed
The crews greed led them to check Odysseus' bag of winds, which leads Aeolus to believe that they are now cursed by the gods.
Read lines 28-31.
How does the imagery in those lines impact the mood of the poem? (R.3.1)
A) by detailing the impact of the wine on the crew
B) by enhancing the worry of Odysseus’s crews’ safety
C) by highlighting the temptations the crew are failing to withstand
D) by describing the serious repercussions of the crew's greed
C) by highlighting the temptations the crew are failing to withstand
This section is detailing the food, drink and impacts of her magical potion.
Which word in lines 1-4 comes from the Old English root bright and clear?
glade
How does Book 10 contribute to developing Homer's epic, dramatic and descriptive style?
Answers may vary but be related to: By highlighting Circe's dangerous nature with severe consequences for failing to withstand temptation
How does Odyseus' characterization as a hero contribute to the development of themes within Book 10?
How is the idea of hospitality developed throughout the poem?
A) It reveals that Circe will be punished for not welcoming Odysseus' men
B) It reveals that the crew knows they are entitled to Circe's food
C) It reveals that Circle felt her hospitality was taken advantage of, and acted accordingly
D) It reveals that Circe close relationship with Hermes is dangerous.
C) It reveals that Circle felt her hospitality was taken advantage of, and acted accordingly
The men should have been more cautious with a stranger, and it is implied they didn't feel threatened by Circe's graceful appearance feeling that they could take advantage of her. "here’s a young weaver singing a pretty song to set the air"
What mood does the vivid descriptions and personification within lines 39-45 develop?
The fear and "foreboding filling the heart" creates a tense mood.
Which of the following phrases provides the best context to the meaning of “foul” as it is used in line 40 of the poem?
A) doomed his men
B) But working with dry lips
C) being so shaken;
D) foreboding filled his heart.
A) doomed his men
Foul describes the magic, the magic dooms his men.