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In "The Odyssey," the suitors die as punishment for their disrespectful and abusive behavior towards Penelope, Telemachus, and Odysseus' household. Their deaths also serve to restore order and justice to Odysseus' home and signify the re-establishment of Odysseus' authority as the rightful king.
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What does Odyssey ask the servants to do?
Odysseus asks the servants to move all the suitors' weapons to another room as part of his plan to confront the suitors without them having access to weapons.
How many suitors must Odysseus kill?
Odysseus kills 108 suitors upon his return to Ithaca in the epic poem "The Odyssey" by Homer.
Who is The Pointless Laborer in The Odyssey?
The Pointless Laborer in "The Odyssey" is a character named Melanthius. He is a goatherd in Odysseus's household who supports the suitors in their quest to marry Penelope. Melanthius is disloyal to Odysseus and plays a role in aiding the suitors, which ultimately leads to his downfall.
Who is Philoetius?
Philoetius is a loyal cowherd in Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey." He helps Odysseus in reclaiming his throne by fighting against the suitors and proving his identity. Philoetius is known for his loyalty and bravery in supporting Odysseus throughout his struggles.
What argumaentdoes Eurymachus use to stop Odyesseus from killing all the suitors?
Eurymachus argues that it was primarily Antinous who was responsible for the mistreatment of Odysseus' household, and that the other suitors should not be punished for his actions. He also pleads for mercy and offers to repay Odysseus for the damages caused.
How were the suitors in The Odyssey bad hosts?
Not at all. The suitors were guests of Penelope, not hosts.
How many suitors survived in The Odyssey?
0. All of them and the priest Leoides die before Odysseus' hands.
Did all the suitors die in the Odyssey?
Yes. Every last one of them is slaughtered by Odysseus, Telemachus, and their faithful staff.
What is the omen which appears to the suitors in the Odyssey?
That Odysseus would return after a great deal of time, and kill all the suitors by suprise.
How many suitors fail at the test of the great bow in the Odyssey?
All of the suitors and even the sacrificing priest Leiodes fails at this challenge.
Who is the ringleader of the suitors in the odyssey?
Antinous
Who is the least offensive of he suitors in the Odyssey?
Leodes
Name of two head suitors in the Odyssey?
The two main head suitors in the Odyssey are Antinous and Eurymachus. They are the most aggressive and prominent among the suitors competing for Penelope's hand in marriage.
Which suitors' lives are spared by Odysseus in the Odyssey?
None of the suitors' lives are spared; Odysseus and his party kill them all. Odysseus does spare Phemius the minstrel, and Medon the herald.
What do the suitors represent in The Odyssey?
The suitors in The Odyssey represent greed, arrogance, and disrespect for the laws of hospitality. They overstay their welcome in Odysseus' home, consuming his resources and trying to marry his wife Penelope, showing a lack of respect for both him and his family. Their actions contribute to the challenges Odysseus faces upon his return.
How does Eruymachus stop Odysseus from killing all the suitors?
Eruymachus doesn't stop Odysseus, he helps him kill the suitors. All the suitors die in the end.
What do the suitors want in the odyssey?
the wanted odysseus' wife penelope :)
