characters
disguises himself
Odysseus, why?
Explain how the theme of the rise of Telemakhos is present in this chapter
began to show his position more, be respected, etc
Homeland of Odysseus
Ithaka, describe the land
Who says it? "these old rags could be my death, outside on a frosty morning, and the town is distant, so they say, so they say" (310)
Odysseus, context?
Do the suitors give Odysseus?
yes, why?
Is aware of both Odysseus's return and disguise
Telémakhos , how?
How is the restoration of civility, manners, and order shown in chapter?
Odysseus talking to the suitors, etc
Where was Argos the dog?
left outside the gates with animal feces, significance?
Who says it? "Intolerable! That feeble man, unfit as those men are, to think to lie in that great captains bed, fawns in the lions lair!" (313)
Menelaos, context?
Is Penelope still loyal to Odysseus
yes, what is the significance of this?
Died upon Odysseus's return
Agros, significance?
How is obedience to high forces illustrated in this chapter?
The respect of Odysseus's family, etc
Where did Penelope ask to meet the guest? (Odysseus)
In her bed chamber, explain
Who says it? "Odysseus died at sea; no coming home for him" (318)
Melánthios, context?
Is Odysseus happy with what has become of his country
no, why?
Most cruel suitor
Antinoos, what do they say about him?
How does chapter incorporate the themes of recognizing traps and avoiding temptation?
basically through the entire chapter, provide examples
Where did they bathe Telemakhos poor guests?
In the great hall, significance?
Who says it? "A pity that you have more looks than heart" (326)
Odysseus, context?
Does Penelope want to talk to the guest?
yes, why? (who)
Harasses Swineherd and Odysseus
Menelaos, why?
Are there any new themes that haven't been present in past chapters?
Where were Odysseus and Eumaios when they were harassed?
a forest trail, leading to clear water -
Who says it? "then come back at dawn and bring good victims for a slaughter. everything here is in my hands indeed - and in the disposition of the gods" (331)
Telemakhos, context?
Did Odysseus reveal himself to Penelope at the end of the chapter?
No, why?