Greek Gods
This Goddess, who often disguises herself, is Odysseus' biggest assistant on his journeys.
Who is Athena?
This is the term for a PROTAGONIST who lacks HEROIC QUALITIES.
What is an "Antihero?"
This divine kingdom, located high above the clouds, is where the Greek Gods live.
What is Mount Olympus?
This immortal nymph keeps Odysseus captive in her cave, hoping to make him her husband.
Who is Calypso?
This ancient Greek poet and bard is often credited with writing the Odyssey.
Who is Homer?
This God, known for ruling the seas, is the primary antagonist of the Odyssey
This is the problem a protagonist must face/solve. An example would be "Character vs Character"
What is "Conflict?"
Odysseus is the king of this small island kingdom.
What is Ithaca?
Odysseus and his crew encounter this one-eyed race of giants, who are Poseidon's children.
Who are the Cyclopes?
This princess, who is the daughter of Alcinous, kind of a little bit falls in love with Odysseus.
Who is Nausicaa?
This is an ancient Greek concept that means treating guests with hospitality.
What is "Xenia?"
This city, known for its impenetrable walls, was sacked by Odysseus in the Iliad.
What is Troy?
These people offer a special food to Odysseus' crew, who promptly forget about ther homes or their struggles.
Who are the Lotus eaters?
Athena disguises herself as this old friend of Odysseus in order to help Telemachus with his journey.
Who is Mentor/Mentes?
This powerful God, known for his "escapades," doesn't help Odysseus get home until Athena pleads him to change his mind.
Who is Zeus?
This term refers to the first four books of the Odyssey, focusing on Telemachus.
What is the "Telemachy?"
Menelaus, the red-haired king who is married to Helen, rules over this kingdom.
THIS IS SPARTA!!!!!!!!
In order to break into the city of Troy, Odysseus hides himself inside this "gift" to the Trojans.
What is a wooden horse?
This king, who accompanied Odysseus to battle at Troy, was the first person Telemachus sought out for information on his father.
Who is Nestor?
This minor Goddess gives Odysseus a magical scarf to prevent him from drowning in Book 6.
Who is Ino?
This is a narrative device where a novel starts in the MIDDLE of the story.
What is "in medias res?"
This island, ruled by King Alcinous, is known for its sporting competitions and lavish architecture.
What is Phaecia?
Odysseus and his crew plunder gold and riches from this race of people in Book 9, until these people fight back.
Who are the Cicones?
This sea god, whom Menelaus was forced to capture in order to return home, can transform himself into any creature he desires.
Who is Proteus?