Plot Questions
What does Zeus do with his "scales of fate?"
Uses them to decide who wins or loses a battle, or who lives or dies.
Why does Hector decide to fight Achilles?
He felt that it was his duty to protect his city.
The author of the Iliad is
What is Homer?
What is a central theme of the Iliad?
Theme = what the story teaches us about life or people.
Fate cannot be changed.
I put on my friend's armor and pretended to be him. It ultimately cost me my life.
What is Patroclus?
What was one reason why the war took so long?
Troy was protected by strong walls OR
Both sides were being helped by different gods.
I am the strongest Greek warrior, destined to die at Troy.
Who is Achilles?