Pot Luck
"If you’re mindful and pay attention to detail when preparing a meal, you are being what?"
What is conscientious
"Odysseus had to be mindful of Athena’s advice to survive his journey. What word means ‘paying careful attention’?"
What is heedful?
"This word, often associated with extreme pride, can lead to a Greek hero’s downfall."
What is overweening?
"When we act in ways that irritate others, we might be described with this word that means ‘to irritate by rubbing the wrong way.’"
What is chafe?
"You shouldn’t neglect the stove! What word means ‘to irritate or rub the wrong way,’ like when food burns in the pan?"
What is Chafe
"Odysseus often displayed bold and unrestrained behavior, or what adjective?"
What is brazen?
"When the gods were angry, humans often faced their ‘righteous anger,’ or what emotion?"
What is indignation?
"Someone overly self-confident might be called what? A term often used to describe arrogance in people."
What is overweening?
"A feast is a time to celebrate and enjoy. What word means to ‘celebrate in a lively way, often with eating or drinking’?"
What is revel
"The suitors drank and partied shamelessly in Odysseus’s home. What word describes their excessive revelry?"
What is carouse?
"In Greek myths, divine punishment might tear someone apart emotionally or physically. What verb means ‘to tear or split violently’?"
What is rend?
"An American workplace values this quality, meaning careful and diligent in one’s work."
What is conscientious?
"When food is burnt or overcooked, you might feel this ‘sharp disapproval’ from a disappointed chef."
What is reproach
"Penelope was skilled at using this spinning tool, often associated with women’s work."
What is distaff?
"This word, describing thoughtful caution, is a characteristic of Penelope’s behavior as she avoided the suitors’ traps."
What is discreet?
"When you attend a party, you might be asked to enjoy yourself. What is another word for lively celebration?"
What is revel?
"You’re trying a new recipe and feel uneasy about the results. What word means ‘a feeling of doubt or apprehension’?"
What is misgiving?
"Odysseus held himself ready for action as he returned home. What word describes someone balanced and prepared?"
What is poised?
"Greek heroes often had to provide for their people. What word means to ‘provide food or resources’?"
What is fare?
"In times of disagreement, Americans value this skill, meaning ‘to act with careful discretion.’"
What is discreet?