refusal of the call (referring to the call of adventure)
hero initally refuses to call into action
He asks him for proof.
Character against character.
Scylla and Charybdis are encountered.
Character against character.
Character against nature
Man vs. Man conflict occurs when Odysseus' men try to prevent him from taunting the cyclops because they are arguing with him and trying to stop him from provoking the monster.
The conflict that occurs when Odysseus tries to outwit the Cyclops Polyphemus is primarily a man vs. monster conflict. Odysseus uses his cunning and intelligence to deceive the Cyclops and ultimately escape, showcasing the cleverness and resourcefulness of the hero.
Character against nature
Character against character.
A internal conflict occurs as Odysseus struggles with his desire to reveal his identity and taunt the cyclops versus his men's pleas to remain silent in order to protect themselves from retaliation. It showcases the tension between Odysseus' pride and his crew's survival instincts.
The main conflict that occurs when Odysseus tries to outwit the cyclops is between his cleverness and the cyclops' brute strength and lack of mercy. Odysseus relies on his wits and cunning to come up with a plan to escape, while the cyclops relies on his physical power to try and capture and devour Odysseus and his men. This conflict highlights the contrast between intelligence and brute force as strategic tools for survival.