The Suitors
The suitor who was warned of Odysseus's return but chose to stay
Amphinomus
The slave of Penelope that insulted and taunted Odysseus
Melantho
Who was Irus?
the beggar at the gate who fought and lost to Odysseus
Antinous
Why and who threw a barstool at Odysseus?
Eurymachus, Odysseus insulted his intelligence
How is her loyalty displayed while Odysseus is away?
She does not match with any suitors or entertain them.
Why does Odysseus fight Irus?
In order to be invited into the house by the suitors.
"Guest, if your brave spririt urges you to fight against this challenger, you need not sorry about the others. Anyone who strikes you will face a multitude. I am your host..."
Telemachus
How many suitors were in the house?
108
Why did Athena want the suitors to see Penelope?
desire would open up inside the suitors, her son and husband would respect her
What did Odysseus take off to reveal his strength?
The rags he wore to disguise as a beggar.
"You nasty hobo! I will make you pay for showing off in front of all of us."
Eurymachus
What did the suitors do to Penelope?
They gave her lavish gifts and compliments.
For the plot--> why did Odysseus need to see Penelope before he killed the suitors?
needed to ensure her loyalty to him and confirm her faithfulness
Why would Odysseus challenge Eurymachus?
Odysseus needed to defend himself and demonstrate his dominance over the suitors.
"Terrible! I am cursed! Zeus took away my happiness."
Penelope
When did the suitors leave and return to their own homes?
When they decided they were done feasting and were ready to return home
What does the interaction between Odysseus and the suitors reveal about his character?
a patient and calculating hero who keeps his true identity hidden, knowing that patience is necessary to reclaim his kingdom.
"Sit there and keep the dogs and pigs away! You good-for-nothing!"
Odysseus