Odysseus
What allows Eurycleia to recognize Odysseus despite the beggar disguise?
the scar from the boar hunt
What does Athena make the suitors do?
laugh uncontrollably
Why is Penelope inspired to do the bow contest?
her dream about an eagle killing her twenty geese
In Book 20, Telemachus shows growth by doing what when the suitors insult Odysseus?
How many geese did Penelope dream of coming to the river of their house?
20
Why does Odyseuss hide his emotions when Penelope cries in Book 19?
He tries to protect his identity and keep his plans secret
In book 20, what omen terrifies the suitors during their feast?
An eagle appears carrying a dove, foreshadowing their death
What trick does Penelope reveal to Odysseus that she used to delay her choosing a suitor?
Unraveling her weaving every night
How does Telemachus show leadership in Book 20?
He orders his mother to treat the guest properly and takes charge of the household
Who interprets the omens in Book 20?
Theoclymenus
Where does Odysseus spend the night in Book 20?
Outside on the porch
In Book 20, who do the suitors primarily make sacrifices to?
Apollo
In Book 19, how many axes does Penelope say the suitors will have to shoot through?
12
In Book 20, how does Odysseus act in response to insults and hate from the suitors?
He restrains himself, showing strong self-control
Who is Theoclymenus (introduced in Book 20)?
A prophet