Penelope
Who does Penelope think the beggar is?
A stranger
What disguise is Odysseus wearing in Book 19?
A Beggar
Who is Eurycleia?
Odysseus’ old nurse
What lie does Odysseus (disguised as a beggar) tell Penelope about his origin?
That he is from Crete
What does loyalty mean?
Staying faithful or committed to someone
What does Penelope ask the beggar about?
News of Odysseus
Why doesn’t Odysseus tell Penelope who he really is?
He doesn’t want to ruin his plan against the suitors
How does she recognize Odysseus?
By the scar on his leg
What do Odysseus and Telemachus remove from the main hall while the suitors are sleeping?
Weapons/armor
Name one character who shows loyalty in Book 19.
(Penelope, Odysseus, or Eurycleia.)
At the end of Book 19, what contest does Penelope announce?
The contest of Odysseus’ bow
How does Odysseus show self-control in this book?
He hides his emotions and keeps his identity secret
Why is it important that she keeps his identity secret?
Because it protects his plan.
Why is Book 19 important to the story?
It builds tension before the bow contest
Is loyalty in Book 19 shown more through action or patience? Explain briefly.
(patience/self-control.)