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What do the Phaecians Excel at in The Odyssey?
The Phaeacians excel at seamanship and sailing. They are skilled mariners known for their swift ships and ability to navigate through rough waters. They are also hospitable and generous hosts to strangers, as seen in their treatment of Odysseus.
What does Melanthius think will happen between himself and Odysseus?
Melanthius believes that Odysseus will never return and reclaim his throne, allowing him to continue his disloyal behavior without consequences. He is confident that he can align himself with the suitors to maintain his position of power in the absence of Odysseus.
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.
What customs does Odysseus expect the cyclops to honor in the odyssey?
Odysseus expects the cyclops Polyphemus to honor the Greek custom of hospitality towards guests, but Polyphemus violates this by eating some of Odysseus' men. Odysseus also expects Polyphemus to follow the custom of giving a guest his name when asked, but Polyphemus deceives Odysseus by calling himself "Nobody."
Why does aeolus refuse to help Odysseus?
Aeolus refuses to help Odysseus a second time because he believes that the gods must be against Odysseus, given his bad luck at sea. Aeolus fears that if he were to help Odysseus again, he would incur the gods' wrath and bring disaster upon himself.
How do the Phaecians treat Odysseus?
In addition to clothing and feeding Odysseus, the Phaecians heap many treasures upon Odysseus and return him home to Ithaca.
What does Zeus allow Poseidon to do the Phaecians?
odysseus
Who first finds Odysseus in the land of the phaecians?
Nausicaa.
Why was Poseidon angry with the Phaecians in the Odyssey?
because they help Odysseus get home using the boats he himself give them. He was angry because to him Odysseus get home was an insult. in reality his ego made him angry!
How many concerns did Odysseus have when he saw the shore of the phaecians?
8
Why did the Phaecians take Odysseus home?
The Phaecians took Odysseus home because it had always been there custom to return lost travelers back to their homes. Furthermore, they were good and gracious hosts.
Who takes Odysseus home to Ithaca?
The Phaecians take Odysseus to Ithaca by their blessed ship from Scheria.
What was the Home of the people who took Odysseus home?
Scheria was home to the Phaecians who took Odysseus home.
Where does nausicaa find Odysseus?
Nausicaa, daughter of the king of Phaecians, finds Odysseus next to a river on her island of Scheria.
How does Odysseus get home to Ithaca?
The Phaecians take him to Ithaca by their blessed ship from Scheria.
What island was Odysseus washed up on?
Odysseus washes up on several islands including the island of the Phaecians, Scheria, and the island of Calypso, Ogygia.
What happens to the Phaecians when Poseidon finds out how they helped Odysseus?
Just before the ship that helped Odysseus reaches shore, it is turned into a rock and sunk by Poseidon.
