Show:
Greek Gods + Goddesses
The Trojan Horse
The Cyclops
Helios' Cattle
Other
100

god/goddess of love, beauty, + fertility

Aphrodite

100

Who came up with the idea of the Trojan Horse?

Odysseus

100

What does Odysseus' crew try to steal from the Cyclops?

Livestock/cattle, milk, cheese

100

Why does Odysseus warn his crew NOT to eat the cattle?

They are protected by the sun god Helios

100

Describe Achilles' character.

A strong warrior, egotistical/arrogant, heroic, etc

200

god/goddess of sky, king of gods

Zeus

200

What happened to the priest Laocoon?

He (and his sons) were killed by sea serpents

200

What is the Cyclops' name?

Polyphemus

200

Where is Odysseus when the crew decide to eat the cattle?

Napping, up in the mountains, after praying to the gods and falling asleep

200

Explain the theme of The Lotus Eaters.

Don't fall prey to deception and temptation.

300

god/goddess of strength and heroes

Hercules

300

Who tried to warn the Trojans NOT to bring the horse in? (2 characters)

Laocoon (a priest) and Cassandra (prophetess)

300

What does Odysseus tell the Cyclops his name is?

Nobody

300
Identify at least one difference between the written text and the graphic novel.

- graphic novel shows Odysseus's warning

- written text shows conversation between Zeus and Helios

- etc

300

Explain the theme of Land of the Dead.

The impact of grief, loss, and memories
400

god/goddess of messengers and travel

Hermes

400

Which character's role was to stay behind and lie to the Trojans?

Sinon

400
Explain the conflict in The Cyclops. Then, identify the type of conflict.

Cyclops vs. Odysseus's crew 

Character v. character

400

What is the name of the crew member who convinces the rest of the crew to eat the cattle?

Eurylochus

400

Explain the story of The Sirens with specific details.

Odysseus wants to hear the sirens, he makes earplugs for his crew, ties himself to the mast, hears the sirens, tries to escape, is safe

500

god/goddess of hunting + the moon

Artemis 

500

Identify the theme of The Trojan Horse and explain how Homer develops this theme.

be careful who you trust / don't fall prey to deception 

500

Compare and contrast the Cyclops with Odysseus' crew. How does Homer create a parallel between the characters?

Both act "uncivilized" and as "lawless brutes," though the men still remain intelligent.

500

Explain why the crew would rather die in a shipwreck than starve to death. 

Honor / masculinity

500

Explain the theme of Odysseus Meeting Nausicaa (Book 6).

Don't judge a book by its cover / extend kindness and hospitality to all