Characters
This character is a young girl who is determined to solve the mystery of Sam Westing's death and claims to be a detective.
Who is Turtle Wexler?
This theme revolves around the idea of wealth and its impact on relationships, as seen through the heirs' interactions.
What is greed?
This event occurs at the beginning of the story, bringing together the heirs of Sam Westing.
What is the reading of Sam Westing's will?
This place of living where much of the story takes place, is known for its mysterious and eerie atmosphere.
What is the Westing mansion?
This item, associated with Sam Westing, symbolizes the game and the challenge the heirs must face.
What is a game of Chess?
This character is a clever and wealthy businessman who is revealed to have multiple identities throughout the story.
Who is Sam Westing?
This theme explores the concept of who the characters are and how the characters present themselves to others.
What is the search for identity?
This twist reveals the true identity of one of the characters and changes the direction of the investigation.
What is the revelation of Sam Westing's identity as different characters?
This setting is where many of the characters interact and form alliances as they try to solve the mystery.
What is the Sunset Towers?
This represents Penelope's commitment to Odysseus.
What is Penelope's shroud/loom project?
This character is a former football player who struggles with his past and is one of the heirs to Westing's fortune.
Who is Doug Hoo?
This theme revolves around the idea of staying strong and pursing one idea/ideal/person.
What is loyalty?
This event marks the beginning of Odysseus's long journey home after the Trojan War, where he faces numerous challenges.
What is the departure from Troy?
This location is where Odysseus's journey begins and where the Trojan War took place.
What is Troy?
This animal is used multiple times as a symbol of foreshadowing in The Odyssey.
What is an eagle?
This monstrous creature has six heads and devours sailors who venture too close to her lair.
Who is Scylla?
This theme highlights the journey of self-discovery and personal growth that Odysseus undergoes throughout his travels.
What is the hero's journey?
This event causes the destruction of Odysseus' starving men by Zeus after their interaction with Scylla and Charybdis the first time.
What are the cattle of Helios?
This enchanting island is where Odysseus is held captive by the nymph Calypso for several years.
What is Ogygia?
This symbol signifies the loyalty and faithfulness of Penelope during Odysseus's absence.
What is the loom?
This character is the king of the Phaeacians who helps Odysseus return home after hearing his story.
Who is Alcinous?
The struggle between this force and human will is a central theme, often represented by the gods' interventions in Odysseus's journey.
What is fate vs. free will?
What is the contest of suitors?
This island is home to the Phaeacians, who help Odysseus return to Ithaca
What is Scheria?
This symbols represents trials and tribulations throughout the story and Odysseus' journey home.