The Odyssey
What is The Odyssey?
An Epic Poem
What is The Iliad
Another Greek Epic Poem by Homer
Does Odysseus ever return home???
YES!
When does The Odyssey take place?
Around 1200 B.C
Who was Homer?
A Greek Poet...
Who is ATHENA?
Goddess of Wisdom and Warfare
How long was Odysseus' journey?
10 years
True or false...
Scholars are skeptical whether or not Homer was 1 POET or a GROUP of poets.
TRUE
What is Poseidon's role in The Odyssey?
He consistently makes Odysseus' journey home more and more difficult.
Who is Penelope?
Odysseus' WIFE
What is an Epic Poem?
Greek epics are long narrative poems that recount the heroic deeds, adventures, and struggles of characters, often in a mythological or historical setting. These stories blend fiction with elements of ancient Greek beliefs, history, and culture, typically passed down orally by bards before being recorded in writing.
Which other Epic was discussed in the Powerpoint?
THE ILIAD
Name 1 MAJOR THEME of The Odyssey
Loyalty
Perseverance
Vengence
What Epic Poem are we covering this module?
THE ODYSSEY
Was The Odyssey originally written down or recited?
RECITED