Odysseus
What does Odysseus look like as he enters his home?
Disguised as a beggar
Why is Antinous in Odysseus' house?
He is a suitor who wants to marry Penelope
What does Xenia mean?
Hospitality, treating guests with generosity and respect
What is the name of Oddyseus' son?
Telemachus
What trait does Antinous possess? (Hint: One of the four ancient greek themes)
Hubris (Bonus points: what does Hubris mean?)
Who provides Xenia in this chapter?
Penelope
What god/goddess disguised Odysseus?
Why do the suitors want to marry Penelope?
They want to gain her wealth and power as the queen of Ithica
Why can't penelope kick the suitors out of her home?
One of them might be disguised as a god who would curse her if she kicked them out
Who hurt Odysseus and how?
Antinous threw a chair at his shoulder
Who is described as black-hearted?
Antinous
Who is on the recieving end of Xenia in this chapter? (Name 2 or more people)
Odysseus, Antinous/suitors
What did Odysseus hope about Antinous' death?
He stated "May Antinous meet his death before his wedding day!"
Penelope asks Eumaeus to bring the beggar to her, in hopes that they will have known Odysseus
What is the quality of xenia provided by the suitors compared to Penelope's actions?
The suitors neglected to provide the beggar with respect, kindness, and food, while Penelope provided all of these to the suitors.