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Who does the real beggar Irus want to fight in the book Odyessey?
In the book "The Odyssey," the real beggar Irus wants to fight the disguised Odysseus, who has returned home to Ithaca after his long journey. Irus is manipulated by the suitors who are trying to take over Odysseus's kingdom in his absence.
Who was Irus in The Odyssey?
Irus was a beggar and an errand boy who was also an incorrigible glutton and drunkard. He picks a fight with Odysseus because he feels Odysseus is competition as a beggar.
Why did Iros fight Odysseus?
Odysseus was on his "terf" and irus didnt like the competition.
What did the wooers do when Odysseus and the beggar Irus were going to fight?
The wooers goaded and encouraged the fight between Odysseus and the beggar Irus, creating a spectacle for their entertainment. They placed bets and cheered on the violence, reveling in the chaos and discord.
Who won the fight between Irus and Odysseus?
Odysseus won because Athena had gven him extra strength
What did the suitors do when Odysseus and the beggar Irus were going to fight?
The suitors encouraged the two to fight. They began wagering on the outcome, and shouted at the participants to beat each other down. They also swore not to give Odysseus a dirty blow while they were fighting. Antinous threatened Irus should he lose.
Why does Odysseus get in a fight with irus?
Basically, Odysseus is on what Iros considered to be, 'his turf' and does not appreciate the competition. Odysseus easily defeats Iros.
Why is it significant that Odysseus overcomes the swaggering beggar Irus?
Irus was the only thing that stood between him and his home, which was lousy with suitors. Irus would run messages for them and to keep up appearances, he had to dispatch Irus without letting on who he was.
Who does Odysseus box and breaks his jaw?
Irus
Who was the wrestling champion that challenged Odysseus?
Irus.
Why does Irus deny Odysseus a favor?
Irus believes that he being the younger will be able to get rid of Odysseus entirely, and thus have no more competition begging at the suitors' feast.
Who is the leader of the suitors?
Antinous who was the son of Eupeithes was the leader of the suitors. Antinous helped instigate the plot to kill Telemachus as he returned from the mainland, and helped spur the fight between Odysseus and Irus, a notorious beggar.
