Epics and Greek Life
A long poem that includes a hero that takes an adventurous journey.
What is an epic poem
How does the Cyclops close his cave?
Rolls a giant stone in front of the entrance
The Cyclops is related to this powerful Greek god
Who is Poseidon
This character is our main character. We see the story and journey through their eyes.
Who is the hero
This phase kicks off the hero's journey, when our hero is just living their everyday, normal life
The Ordinary World
The author of The Odyssey
Who is Homer
What does Odysseus call himself when the Cyclops asks for his name?
Nohbdy
This is the Cyclops' name
What is Polyphemus
This character helps our hero face their challenges and provides support
Who is the ally or friend
This phase occurs when the hero is confronted with a problem or challenge that they just can't ignore. This boots the hero out of their comfort zone
What is the call to adventure
These were Homer's 2 most famous works
What is the first part of Odysseus' plan to fool the Cyclops?
Give him several containers of potent wine
What animals does the Cyclops tend to?
What is rams or sheep
This character teaches our hero important lessons and helps the hero navigate their new world
Who is the mentor
This tends to be the longest phase of our hero's journey, when they face their first set of tests, try to figure out the rules of their new world, and begin to see who their friends and enemies are
Tests, Allies, and Enemies
The "many Homers theory" believes this
That Homer wasn't a single author, his name was just attached to works that were collectively composed.
What is 3
What does Polyphemus reveal about his eye to Odysseus as he and his men are sailing away?
That a prophesy told him someone named Odysseus would come and blind him.
This character can use tricks or jokes to guide the hero
This is the part in our hero's journey where they face their life-or-death moment
Homer's profession
What is a rhapsode
How many of Odysseus' men does Polyphemus eat?
What is 6 (delish)
This character announces a need for change in the hero's life - this is usually who kicks off the hero's journey
Who is the herald
The hero usually gets this after their ordeal. It can be a treasure, weapon, some knowledge, or some kind of token, usually.
What is the reward