The Reunion of Odysseus and Penelope
This object helps Penelope test if Odysseus is truly her husband.
The suitors meet this fate after they try to marry Penelope.
They are killed
Odysseus keeps his identity secret for this reason when he first returns home.
To surprise/test the suitors
The olive tree, part of the bed, symbolizes this in Penelope and Odysseus's marriage.
Stability
Penelope tests Odysseus to make sure he is truly her husband, showing her this quality.
Wisdom
This person helps Odysseus defeat the suitors.
Telemachus
These two loyal servants help Odysseus get rid of the suitors.
Eumaeus and Philoetius?
This is how Odysseus proves to Penelope that he is her husband.
By describing their special bed
This theme is shown when Odysseus and Penelope are reunited after many years.
Homecoming!
Before accepting Odysseus, Penelope asks him about this, which only she and Odysseus know.
The bed they share
Odysseus proves his identity by explaining the specific details of the bed.
It cannot be moved because it’s part of an olive tree
This person is the first to recognize Odysseus when he returns to Ithaca.
Eumaeus
When Odysseus reveals his true identity, he shows this emotion.
Joy/relief
In the final chapters, the reunion of Odysseus and Penelope symbolizes the restoration of this in Ithaca.
Restoration of order and peace
Penelope’s decision to test Odysseus highlights this important theme in the story.
Trust
Odysseus is reunited with Penelope in this palace room.
The bridal chamber
This character tells the suitors that Odysseus has returned.
Telemachus
Odysseus demonstrates this trait by carefully revealing his identity to Penelope instead of immediately celebrating their reunion.
Caution or restraint
The act of Odysseus and Penelope being reunited symbolizes the triumph of this over the chaos caused by the suitors.
Loyalty and faithfulness
Penelope’s decision to test Odysseus about their bed shows her ability to do this, despite her overwhelming desire to believe it’s truly him.
Exercising caution and skepticism