Names
This character is Odysseus's wife, waiting for him to return home after 20 years.
Odysseus blinds this Cyclops, the son of Poseidon.
Polyphemus
This god of wisdom favors Odysseus, helping him in his trials.
Athena
The custom of hospitality to strangers
Xenia
The false name Odysseus gives to Polyphemus the cyclops.
Noman/Nobody
This character is Odysseus's son, fighting beside in the battle of the suitors.
Telemachus
This witch goddess turns Odysseus's crew into pigs.
Circe
This god of the sea curses Odysseus.
Poseidon
Excessive pride
Hubris
The author of The Odyssey
Homer
This suitor is the most boastful and arrogant.
Antinous
These mermaid-like creatures tempt sailors to their death.
Sirens
Odysseus does not meet this god of the dead in the Underworld.
Hades
Character blueprint or "stereotype" that is based on personality/behavior.
Character Archetype
Odysseus and Penelope's marriage bed is made from this type of tree.
Olive
This crew member died on Circe's Island, after he fell from a cliff by accident.
Elpenor
This wind god attempts to help Odysseus return home.
Aeolus
This archery god is the twin brother of Artemis.
Apollo
The Odyssey is an example of what type of poem.
Epic
The name of Odysseus's dad.
Laertes
This servant/slave remains loyal to Odysseus.
Eumaeus, Eurycleia, Philoetius, Phemius, Medon
Odysseus meets this prophet in the Underworld.
Tiresias
This god is the father of heroes such as Heracles and Perseus.
Zeus
List 3 common themes seen in The Odyssey.
Loyalty, pride, xenia, temptation, perseverance, love, vengeance, justice, faith, etc.
Odysseus proves his identity by revealing a _____ on his foot.
Scar