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How long has Odysseus been away from home when he returns to Ithaca?
10 years
In the odyssey What is happening in Ithaca when the story begins?
In Ithaca, Penelope and Telemachus are awaiting for Odysseus' s long return. In the beginning this is pretty much all that's going on.
How long was telemachus gone from Ithaca?
About a year. He spent some time with Nestor, stayed in Sparta for a month, and then traveled for a bit.
How long was Odysseus away from home?
Odysseus is away from fair Ithaca for 20 years. The war of Troy lasts for 10 years, and his journey (the Odyssey) lasts 10 more years. In these 20 years, he does not see either his wife Penelope or his son Telemachus.
How long was Odysseus away from Ithaca?
20 years
What does telemachus learn about his mother when he returns to Ithaca?
Telemachus learns that his mother, Penelope, has been besieged by suitors who are vying for her hand in marriage, and who have been taking advantage of his father's absence to plunder their household. He also discovers that Penelope has remained faithful to Odysseus despite the suitors' pressure and attempts to force her into a new marriage.
How long has Odysseus been away from home when he returns to Ithaca?
10 years
In the odyssey What is happening in Ithaca when the story begins?
In Ithaca, Penelope and Telemachus are awaiting for Odysseus' s long return. In the beginning this is pretty much all that's going on.
How long was telemachus gone from Ithaca?
About a year. He spent some time with Nestor, stayed in Sparta for a month, and then traveled for a bit.
When does Odysseus weep in Ithaca?
Odysseus weeps in Ithaca when he is recognized by his loyal dog, Argos, who then passes away after waiting faithfully for his return. Odysseus also weeps when he reunites with his son Telemachus and wife Penelope, overwhelmed with joy and relief to be home after his long journey.
How long is Telemachus away from home in the odyssey?
1 year
How long was Odysseus away from home?
Odysseus is away from fair Ithaca for 20 years. The war of Troy lasts for 10 years, and his journey (the Odyssey) lasts 10 more years. In these 20 years, he does not see either his wife Penelope or his son Telemachus.
How long was Odysseus away from Ithaca?
20 years
How long has telemachus been from his dad?
20 years
Where does Odysseus long to be in the story?
Odysseus longs to be back in his homeland of Ithaca, where his wife Penelope and son Telemachus are waiting for him. Throughout his journey, he struggles to return home and faces numerous challenges and obstacles along the way.
How long after he had been gone did Odysseus return to Ithaca?
20 years
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.
