Plot
What Is Odysseus's Main Goal?
Odysseus's Main goal is to return to his home
Who is the Main Protagonist in The Odyssey?
Odysseus
What does the name "Wily Odysseus" show us about Odysseus's character?
It shows us his cleverness and ability to think his way out of tough situations.
Why did Odysseus have to go through a brutal storm created by Poseidon?
Odysseus blinded Poseidon's son causing him to become enraged
Who is the Hero of The Odyssey
Odysseus
Who creates a crazy storm in the water for Odysseus and his men? Why does this happen?
Poseidon created the crazy storm, he did this because Odysseus blinded his son
Who is the Main Antagonist in The Odyssey?
Poseidon
What does the name "Earth-shaker" refer to about Poseidon?
Poseidon’s power over the sea and his ability to cause earthquakes.
Why was Odysseus slowed during trying to return home?
He was distracted by Calypso and Circe
Who is the Mentor of The Odyssey
The Goddess Athena
Who are the men that want to take over all of Odysseus's property? What is the reason they do it all of a sudden?
The men that want to take over Odysseus's wealth is the Suitors and they do it all of a sudden because Odysseus is nowhere to be found.
Who is the character that offers Odysseus Immortality to stay on her island?
Calypso
Who Says "My lady goddess, there is no cause for anger. My quiet Penelope—how well I know— would seem a shade before your majesty"
Calypso says this
Why couldn't Odysseus complete his goal of returning to his home?
Calypso Kept him on her island and didn't let him leave for years
Who are the Temptresses?
Circe and Calypso
Who is the Person that keeps Odysseus Captive on her Island? For what reason does she do this?
Calypso, she does this because she wants to keep Odysseus for herself on her island.
Who attempts to take over Odysseus's property and marry his wife?
The Suitors
Why is Penelope referred to "Ithaca’s queen"
Because of her ability to take care of and rule Ithaca while Odysseus is away.
What problems did Penelope have to deal with?
Trying to not remarry because of the Suitors, she had to buy time for Odysseus to return home.
Who are the Guardians of The Odyssey?
The Sirens
What creatures attempt to kill Odysseus and his crew?
The Sirens, which are creatures that attempt to lure sailors to their deaths
Who are the creatures that lead sailors to their deaths?
The Sirens
Why is Odysseus's son referred to as "Telemachus, the clear-headed"
Because of his growing Wisdom and ability to take action as he grows up
What does Odysseus's son look for?
Odysseus's son is searching for information on his father.
Who is the Helper in The Odyssey
Eumaeus