1. How long did it take Odysseus to return home from the Trojan War?
- It took Odysseus 10 years to return home from the Trojan War.
2. According to Google Maps, how long should this trip have taken?
- According to Google Maps, this trip should have taken 2 weeks.
3. According to archeological evidence, when did the Trojan War occur?
- According to archeological evidence, the Trojan War occurred in the 12th century BCE.
4. When did Homer compose The Odyssey?
- Homer composed The Odyssey in the 8th century BCE.
5. What is the definition of “epic poem”?
- The definition of “epic poem” is a long, narrative poem; on a serious subject; written in a grand or elevated style; centered on a larger-than-life hero.
6. Who is Odysseus’ wife?
- Odysseus’ wife is Penelope.
7. Who is Odysseus’ son?
- Odysseus’ son is Telemachus.
8. What happens in the cave of the Cyclops?
- Odysseus enters the cyclop's cave and starts to eat its large amounts of goat cheese. Odysseus expects that the Cyclops will ok with it because hospitality is a very common thing to do in Greece. However, the Cyclops is very mad and starts to eat Odysseus' men.
9. Is Odysseus a hero? Why or why not?
- Odysseus is a hero because he is a very smart and persuasive speaker. However, he is not perfect. He lies to many people, cheats on his wife, and gets most of his men killed because he is self-centered.
10. What is considered one of the most beautiful lines in all of Homer?
- "And so she too rejoiced, her gaze upon her husband, her white arms round him, pressed as though forever."
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