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In the beginning of Book IX Odysseus finally reveals his identity to Alcinous. How is it that Alcinous has suspected this already?
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Alcinous had noticed how intently Odysseus listened to Demodocus's song about the Trojan War, and how emotional he became. This, along with Odysseus's physical appearance and the way he carried himself, led Alcinous to suspect that Odysseus might be connected to the events of the war.
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What happened to Odysseus when he left the company of Alcinous and Arete and was put on a ship?
He fell asleep and was placed on his homeland of Ithaca by the Phaecian crew along with his gifts that he received from Alcinous. The crew was then set to stone and sunk to the bottom ofthe see by Poseidon. When Odysseus awoke, he did not recognise his land as Athene the goddess had put a mist over the land. She then disguised herself as a shepherd boy and spoke to Odysseus who conjured up a lie to keep his identity secret. Athene then showed herself to him and they began to divise a plan in order to return and kill the suitors who had invaded his home.
What happened to Odysseus when he left the company of alcinous and arete and put on a ship?
He fell asleep and was placed on his homeland of Ithaca by the Phaecian crew along with his gifts that he received from Alcinous. The crew was then set to stone and sunk to the bottom ofthe see by Poseidon. When Odysseus awoke, he did not recognise his land as Athene the goddess had put a mist over the land. She then disguised herself as a shepherd boy and spoke to Odysseus who conjured up a lie to keep his identity secret. Athene then showed herself to him and they began to divise a plan in order to return and kill the suitors who had invaded his home.
What happens to Odysseus when he left the company of alcinous and arete and was put on a ship?
He fell asleep and was placed on his homeland of Ithaca by the Phaecian crew along with his gifts that he received from Alcinous. The crew was then set to stone and sunk to the bottom ofthe see by Poseidon. When Odysseus awoke, he did not recognise his land as Athene the goddess had put a mist over the land. She then disguised herself as a shepherd boy and spoke to Odysseus who conjured up a lie to keep his identity secret. Athene then showed herself to him and they began to divise a plan in order to return and kill the suitors who had invaded his home.
What does Odysseus keep from his men?
his identity
What did the king and queen do for Odysseus in book 7?
In Book 7 of "The Odyssey," the king and queen of Phaeacia, Alcinous and Arete, show hospitality and kindness to Odysseus by offering him food, shelter, and asking about his identity and journey. They welcome him with open arms and provide him with a ship to continue his journey home.
How does Odysseus tell the shepherd about his identity and intentions?
He is sure that odysseus will come back
What does Odysseus keep secret from his men?
his identity
What happens when Odysseus reveals his identity to the suitors?
Odysseus kills them all...read it on sparknotes.
How did Odysseus forget his identity?
Odysseus didnt forget his name, he changed it to nobody to fool the cyclopes.
Who recognizes Odysseus by his scar?
Eurycleia recognizes Odysseus purely by his scar.Eumaeus and Philoetius recognize Odysseus by his scar after Odysseus reveals who he is. Laertes, Odysseus' father, also recognizes Odysseus by his scar after Odysseus reveals his identity.
Who told Odysseus to reveal his identity to telmachus?
(A+) Athene
How did Penelope find out the beggar was Odysseus?
Odysseus tells her so directly. Penelope then tests Odysseus, and he passes her test, confirming his identity.
