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What was Odysseus deception on the cyclopes?
He said that he'd give him a present.
Why would the cyclops give Odysseus a gift?
The Cyclopes wanted to repay Odysseus for giving him such fine wine.
When the giant cyclops asked Odysseus of his name what name did Odysseus give to him?
Odysseus told the giant cyclops Polyphemus that his name was "Nobody." This clever ruse allowed Odysseus to outsmart Polyphemus later when he blinded him; when the other cyclopes came to investigate Polyphemus's cries for help, he could only say that "Nobody" was hurting him, leading them to leave him alone.
What name does Odysseus first give to polyphemus?
Odysseus first tells Polyphemus that his name is "Nobody." This clever ruse allows him to deceive the Cyclops; when he later blinds Polyphemus, the giant calls for help, claiming that "Nobody" is attacking him, leading other Cyclopes to think he is not in danger. This tactic showcases Odysseus's cunning and resourcefulness.
When the giant Cyclops asked Odysseus his name what name did Odysseus give to him?
Odysseus told the Cyclops his name was "Noman" (or no one in the literal Greek) as in Nobody so he tricks him. When Polyphemus cries out to his fellow Cyclopes for help he says "Noman is killing me." One of his fellows says that if "no man" is killing him, it must be illness (a divine affliction).
Did Gaea give birth to cyclops?
Yes, Gaea, the personification of Earth in Greek mythology, gave birth to the Cyclopes. According to myth, she bore the Cyclopes, who were giant beings with a single eye in the middle of their foreheads, with Uranus, the sky god. The Cyclopes were known for their incredible strength and craftsmanship, particularly in forging Zeus's thunderbolts.
Why does Odysseus give Polyphemus as fake name?
Odysseus gives Polyphemus a fake name, "Nobody," so that when he blinds Polyphemus and calls for help, the other Cyclopes would think that "Nobody" harmed him and wouldn't come to his aid. This clever deception allows Odysseus and his men to escape from the Cyclops' cave.
How does cyclops respond when Odysseus tells him that Zeus will punish him for offending guests?
Polyphemus called Odysseus a fool and indicated that he had no fear of Zeus because the Cyclopes were stronger than he was, and that he would only give them traditional hospitality if he felt like doing so (which he did not)
What did circe give Odysseus men?
I thonk gave them something in a drink that turned them into pigs. Swine.
What name does Odysseus give to the cyclops Polyphemus?
Odysseus tells the Cyclops Polyphemus his name is Noman or Nobody (depending on the translation). By cleverly giving the Cyclops this fake name, Odysseus ensures that when Polyphemus calls for help, he will be misunderstood.Nohby which when the cyclopes said in while in pain sounded like nobodyhe told him it was "nobody""nothing"Nobody
What did Odysseus give the cyclops to drink?
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What name does Odysseus use when he introduces himself to the cyclopes?
"Cyclops, you ask me for my famous name. I will tell you then, but you must give me a guests gift as you have promised. Nobody is my name. My father and mother call me Nobody, as do all the others who are my companions." IX 364-369
