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Q: Why do you think Odysseus lies?
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How do the two women keep Odysseus on their islands?

Circe keeps Odysseus on her island for a year by providing a good life style for Odysseus and his men, including Odysseus lying with her. Calypso also lies with Odysseus, although she keeps him on her island passively by not helping him escape.


What did the swineherd think had happened to Odysseus?

He thought Odysseus was dead.


Is Zeus or Odysseus responsible for Odysseus survival?

I think it is nothing and yes


What does Odysseus do that is foolish?

Odysseus throws the eye of the greys into the ocean (I think).


Is Zeus or Odysseus responsible for Odysseus's survival?

I think it is nothing and yes


Why did Odysseus want the messenger to think he had gone mad?

Why did Odysseus want the messenger to think he had gone mad?


What do you think of Odysseus?

Odysseus is a great and powerful hero that goes to war at troy.


What trait does Odysseus demonstrate when he lies about his name to the Cyclops?

Wiliness, cleverness, and forethought. And you can't forget common sense!


Who has been away from Ithaca for a year trying to find out about Odysseus?

I think its Odysseus's son Telemachus


What is the best pat of Odysseus and the cyclops?

The best part that i think is, is when Odysseus and his crew escapes from the cave!


What was Odysseus scared of?

When you think of how Odysseus reacted when he landed on Calypso's island, Ogygia, I think Odysseus was scared of losing his men. Which had happened, obviously. Also I think he was afraid of not returning home, all through the story he talks of Ithaca and wanting to return.


What was the object Penelope lies about to see if its Odysseus?

Penelope tells Anticlea to move her and Odysseus' bed to a guest room, knowing full well that the bed cannot be moved without damaging it severely.