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What plan do Odysseus and telemachus have for the suitors?
Odysseus and Telemachus plan to disguise themselves and then take the suitors by surprise, attacking them and seeking vengeance for their disrespect and behavior in their home. They aim to execute the suitors and restore order in their household.
How does Odysseus persuade his Telemachus that they can win the fight against the suitors?
Odysseus persuades Telemachus by revealing his true identity, proving he is still alive and capable of taking down the suitors. He reassures Telemachus that they have the gods on their side and that together, father and son, they can overcome the suitors' tyranny and restore justice to their home.
Why was Telemachus upset In book 2 of the Odyssey?
Telemachus is upset that the suitors are eating him out of house and home as well as courting his mother.
What does Odysseus and Telemachus do to get rid of the suitors?
they kill the suitors
Does telemachus fight his mother's suitors?
Yes. Telemachus fights his mother's suitors in both deed and combat.
What happens to the suitors?
Odysseus returns home but remains disguised. Once he learns about the 108 suitors he kills them with the help of Telemachus and Philoeteus.
What are the suitors planning upon the return of telemachus?
The suitors are planning to ambush and kill Telemachus upon his return in order to secure their chances with Penelope and claim Odysseus's estate for themselves. They see Telemachus as a threat to their plans and want to eliminate him.
What excuse does Telemachus give to the suitors for his need to hid the weapons?
the excuse that telemachus gives to the suitors is that he will clean the weapons
How does Telemachus get the attention of the suitors?
Telemachus accuses the suitors of eating him out of house and home and tells the suitors that he formally ask them to leave the next day, and makes death threats against them if they refuse to leave. He then calls an assembly of the island's council the next day, where he repeats his accusations.
How did Telemachus evade the suitors?
Telemachus sailed away on swift winds, and the suitors were unable to catch him either when he left Ithaca or when he returned.
How does Telemachus conduct herself in the conflict with the suitors?
Telemachus conducts himself with a mix of courage and prudence. He stands up to the suitors and takes charge of the situation, but he also seeks advice from his mother and Athena to navigate the conflict tactfully. Telemachus ultimately shows determination in defending his home and family's honor.
Who helps Telemachus survive the suitors?
Athena
