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Odysseus displays hubris and arrogance, taunting the cyclops Polyphemus as he sails away. This decision later haunts him as Polyphemus calls his father Poseidon to curse Odysseus.
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How does Polyphemos find out who Odysseus is?
Odysseus taunts the cyclops as he sails away, giving Polyphemus his real name.
Which statement most accurately describes the role of zeus in odysseus adventures?
Zeus controls the weather by which Odysseus sails
What are the Strengths and weaknesses of Theseus?
Theseus is said to have had a weakness which was being forgetful and also was known to be deceptive with Ariadne. However, his strengths outweigh the minor weaknesses that he had.
What mistake did Odysseus makes as he sails away?
sleeping with all the ladies he saw and meet
After passing Scylla and Charybdis Odysseus sails to what island?
Thrinacia, home to the cattle of Helios.
Which way does Odysseus sail after escaping sirens?
East.He sails towards another Island.
What is Theseus weaknesses?
He was forgetful. He forgot ot change the white sails to black on his way home to Athens.
Did vikings have fuel?
No, it was all human power and sails.
What happens when Odysseus sails past Scylla?
Scylla grabs 6 of Odysseus' best men and devours them. Helpless to do anything, the men row quickly to escape both Scylla and Charybdis.
Did Odysseus want to go fight the Trojan War?
No, Odysseus did not want to fight in the Trojan war. In an effort to get out of it, he salted his field so it would seem as if he was mentally ill, so he could not fight. Someone found out Odysseus was faking it, and reluctantly Odysseus sails to Troy. HOPE IT HELPED!
Which event in the reading helps to categorize Odysseus as an archetype?
I believe he sails on the Ocean on a boat or ship I'm not sure which one. Have a good day
What mistake does Odysseus make as he sails away from Polyphemus?
Odysseus [Ulysses] boasts. He lets the Cyclops know who he really is; so Poseidon [Neptune] can unleash his wrath on the hero.Odysseus tells the Cyclops (Polyphemus) his real name and where he lives. He also taunts him.
