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Q: How does Athena alter Odysseus' appearance before he reaveals himself to telemachus?
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Who did Odysseus reveal himself to first?

He reveals himself to his son Telemachus first.


How did Odysseus reveal himself to his son Telemachus upon his return to Ithaca?

disguised himself as a beggar, then shot an arrow through ax holes into the target


What is Telemachus reaction to seeing his father after so many years?

Telemachus is shocked and overjoyed to see his father, Odysseus, after so many years. He initially doubts that it is truly his father and tests him by asking about a secret only Odysseus would know. Once he confirms that it is indeed his father, Telemachus embraces him and weeps with happiness.


Why does Athena send Telemachus on a journey in search of news of Odysseus instead of simply telling him that Odysseus is on his way home?

Because she wants him to make a name for himself-in other words become a man.


Who is Telemachus?

-noun Classical Mythology.the son of Odysseus and Penelope who helped Odysseus to kill the suitors of Penelope.-noun Classical Mythology.The son of Odysseus and Penelope who helped Odysseus to kill the suitors of Penelope. in Greek mythology, son of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, and his wife, Penelope. The constant companion of his mother during the long years of Odysseus's wanderings after the fall of Troy, Telemachus watched with increasing unhappiness as the many ill-mannered suitors for the hand of his mother lived riotously on his father's estate. Unable to bear the taunts of these men any longer, the youth set out for Pylos to learn from the old king Nestor the fate of Odysseus. Although the old man could not help him, he sent Telemachus to Menelaus, king of Sparta, from whom the boy learned that his father had been held prisoner by the nymph Calypso. Still uncertain as to whether his father was alive or dead, Telemachus returned to Ithaca only to discover that during his absence Odysseus had returned home. The king had not revealed himself, however, having been disguised as a beggar. After a joyous reunion, Telemachus helped Odysseus kill the suitors and make himself known to Penelope. According to a later legend, Telemachus married the sorceress Circe or her daughter Cassiphone.the son of Odysseus (A+ answer).From Homer's epic poem, 'The Odyssey', Telemachus is the son of Odysseus and Penelope.

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When Odysseus reveals himself to Telemachus what does his son think?

Telemachus is shocked and initially doesn't believe his father is truly Odysseus, as he has been away for so long and looks different. Eventually, he is convinced by certain signs and recognizes him as his father. They embrace and weep together.


Who did Odysseus reveal himself to first?

He reveals himself to his son Telemachus first.


What occurs when Odysseus reveals himself to telemachus?

He asks him for proof.


How does telemachus react when odysseus identifies himself?

Telemachus is initially skeptical and does not believe Odysseus is his father. However, he becomes emotional and overjoyed when Odysseus reveals secret knowledge that only his father would know, confirming his identity. Telemachus embraces Odysseus and they have a heartfelt reunion.


Who are the two people that Odysseus reveal himself to?

Odysseus reveals himself to his son Telemachus and his faithful swineherd Eumaeus in Homer's epic, the Odyssey.


How did Odysseus reveal himself to his son Telemachus upon his return to Ithaca?

disguised himself as a beggar, then shot an arrow through ax holes into the target


What is Telemachus reaction to seeing his father after so many years?

Telemachus is shocked and overjoyed to see his father, Odysseus, after so many years. He initially doubts that it is truly his father and tests him by asking about a secret only Odysseus would know. Once he confirms that it is indeed his father, Telemachus embraces him and weeps with happiness.


When Odysseus arrives back on Ithaca what things does he want to know from his son?

When Odysseus arrives back on Ithaca, he wants to know about the suitors who have taken over his home, if Telemachus has taken any action against them, and if there have been any news about his wife, Penelope.


How does Menelaus know that Telemachus is Odysseus' son?

Menelaus notices Telemachus's hands and feet. (weird, i know). While talking to his wife, Helen (the Helen) he says, "Now that you mention it, I see the likeness too. . .Odysseus'feet were like the boy's, his hands as well, his glancing eyes, his head, and the fine shock of his hair." How he remembered all that about Odysseus, I don't know. Menelaus also realizes Telemachus must be Odysseus's son because when he speaks of him, Telemachus breaks down and starts crying right there.


Why does Athena send Telemachus on a journey in search of news of Odysseus instead of simply telling him that Odysseus is on his way home?

Because she wants him to make a name for himself-in other words become a man.


Who recognized Odysseus when he returned home?

Odysseus' dog Argus, and his nursemaid Euryclea recognize Odysseus without him revealing himself to them. Odysseus reveals himself to Telemachus in Eumaeus' home. Later on before the battle with the suitors, he reveals himself to Eumaeus the swineherd, Philoetius the cow herd, and a stockman. After stringing his bow and shooting through the 12 axe handles and Antinous' throat, he reveals himself to the suitors who then recognize him. Finally, Odysseus reveals himself to Penelope, who eventually believes that it is him.


Who is Telemachus?

-noun Classical Mythology.the son of Odysseus and Penelope who helped Odysseus to kill the suitors of Penelope.-noun Classical Mythology.The son of Odysseus and Penelope who helped Odysseus to kill the suitors of Penelope. in Greek mythology, son of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, and his wife, Penelope. The constant companion of his mother during the long years of Odysseus's wanderings after the fall of Troy, Telemachus watched with increasing unhappiness as the many ill-mannered suitors for the hand of his mother lived riotously on his father's estate. Unable to bear the taunts of these men any longer, the youth set out for Pylos to learn from the old king Nestor the fate of Odysseus. Although the old man could not help him, he sent Telemachus to Menelaus, king of Sparta, from whom the boy learned that his father had been held prisoner by the nymph Calypso. Still uncertain as to whether his father was alive or dead, Telemachus returned to Ithaca only to discover that during his absence Odysseus had returned home. The king had not revealed himself, however, having been disguised as a beggar. After a joyous reunion, Telemachus helped Odysseus kill the suitors and make himself known to Penelope. According to a later legend, Telemachus married the sorceress Circe or her daughter Cassiphone.the son of Odysseus (A+ answer).From Homer's epic poem, 'The Odyssey', Telemachus is the son of Odysseus and Penelope.