CHARACTERS
The name of the Cyclops Odysseus encounters
Who is Polyphemus (The Cyclops)?
What the Cyclops represents in the story
What are the raw, violent forces a hero must overcome? (or something like that)
An example of imagery in the Cyclops episode
What is the detailed description of the Cyclops' cave and lifestyle?
This happens when Odysseus taunts the Cyclops
What is that he reveals his true identity, which angers Polyphemus? (resulting in a curse)
What the word "adversary" means?
What is an enemy or opponent?
The Greek god who helps guide Odysseus throughout his journey
Who is Athena?
The theme that is emphasized in the Cyclops episode
What is the power of intelligence over brute strength?
The literary device that is used when the Cyclops' neighbors check on him
What is irony?
How Odysseus and his men escape from the cave
What is they hide under the ram as the Cyclops lets them out to pasture?
A synonym for "ravage"?
What is to wreak havoc on (destroy)?
The clever name Odysseus uses to trick the Cyclops
What is "Nohbdy"
How Odysseus demonstrates intelligence in his encounter with Polyphemus
What is he tricks the Cyclops by using the name "Nohbdy"?
The dramatic irony involving the Cyclops and the ram
What is the audience knows the ram will help Odysseus escape, but Polyphemus does not?
The mistake Odysseus makes which shows his hubris
What is he reveals his true identity (name) to Polyphemus?
What "profusion" means
What is an abundance or excess? (a lot of)
The character is known for wisdom in Greek mythology
Who is Athena?
The lesson that Odysseus learns about pride after escaping the Cyclops
What is excessive pride can lead to greater challenges? (Don't yell your name after hiding it for the whole story!!)
The type of poem "The Odyssey" is
What is an epic and narrative poem?
How and why Odysseus’ narrative technique affects the audience’s perception of his character
What is that it allows him to control how his actions are perceived, portraying himself as clever?
Define "hubris" in the context of Odysseus' character.
What is excessive pride that often leads to downfall?
The fate of Odysseus' men after they encounter Polyphemus
What is they are eaten/killed by the Cyclops.
The role that hubris plays in Odysseus' journey?
What is that it leads to conflicts and ultimately prolongs his journey home?
The best way to describe Odysseus's character (as it's revealed throughout the Cyclops story)
What is cunning but arrogant? (or smart but prideful)
Describe the escape plan involving the ram.
What is Odysseus and his men hide under the ram to escape the cave?
How Odysseus' cleverness defines him as a hero
What is he uses wit and intelligence to overcome challenges, rather than brute strength?