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Who tells Odysseus what Circe did to his men?
Eurylochus tells Odysseus what has happened to the other 22 men. He did not eat the food as he suspected danger, so he was able to avoid the spell and run back to safety.
How did Odysseus trick Circe?
Hermes gives him a plant which allows Odysseus to withstand Circe's spell and so she is not able to turn him into an animal.
Why were Odysseus' men turned into swine?
They fell under circies spell, Odysseus was able to resist, because of moly that was given to him by Hermes.
What is Odysseus able to do that the suitors cannot do?
Odysseus is able to string his bow, after all the suitors have tried and failed. Odysseus is also able to win Penelope's heart, kill all the suitors, and have the love and respect of the gods, in particular Athena.
How is Odysseus able to enter into his palace unnoticed by the suitors?
Odysseus is disguised as a beggar, and thus no one recognizes him.
Who tells Odysseus what Circe did to his men?
Eurylochus tells Odysseus what has happened to the other 22 men. He did not eat the food as he suspected danger, so he was able to avoid the spell and run back to safety.
Who advises Odysseus on how to not become a pig?
Hermes advises Odysseus on how to avoid Circe's spell that turns men into pigs by giving him a special herb called moly to protect him. Odysseus follows Hermes' instructions and is able to resist Circe's magic.
What task were none of the wooers able to preform?
The suitors were challenged to string Odysseus' bow and then shoot an arrow through 12 axes. None of the suitors are able to accomplish this; the bow of Odysseus had never been strung by anyone besides him. An old man was able to accomplish it; however it was later revealed that the old man was Odysseus in disguise.
How did Odysseus trick?
Hermes gives him a plant which allows Odysseus to withstand Circe's spell and so she is not able to turn him into an animal.
How did Odysseus trick Circe?
Hermes gives him a plant which allows Odysseus to withstand Circe's spell and so she is not able to turn him into an animal.
Why were Odysseus' men turned into swine?
They fell under circies spell, Odysseus was able to resist, because of moly that was given to him by Hermes.
How is Odysseus able to negotiate with Circe the safe return of his men?
Hermes warns Odysseus before his encounter with the enchantress Circe, and gives Odysseus a magical herb to protect him from Circes' spells, as well as exact advice as to what to do. Circe tries to turn Odysseus into a pig but fails. Odysseus rushes Circe with his sword, but she acquiesces, and tries to bed Odysseus. Odysseus commands her to swear an oath to do him no further harm, and after she has, he beds her. Afterwards he refuses to eat, and explains he cannot until he sees his men. Circe retrieves them (as animals), and administers a drug to turn them back into normal. Odysseus tells his men to return to the ship.
Who helps Odysseus outwit kirke?
Hermes, the messenger god, gives Odysseus a magical herb called moly that protects him from Kirke's enchantments. He also tells Odysseus how to resist Kirke's spells and advises him on how to approach her. With Hermes' guidance, Odysseus is able to outsmart Kirke and free his men from her spell.
What is significant about the tree that Odysseus used to blind Polyphemus?
The tree that Odysseus used to blind Polyphemus was significant because it was vital in helping Odysseus and his men avoid being eaten by the Cyclops. By using the sharpened tree trunk as a weapon, Odysseus was able to blind Polyphemus and escape his cave. This event also demonstrated Odysseus' resourcefulness and cunning in the face of danger.
What is Odysseus able to do that the suitors cannot do?
Odysseus is able to string his bow, after all the suitors have tried and failed. Odysseus is also able to win Penelope's heart, kill all the suitors, and have the love and respect of the gods, in particular Athena.
What does Odysseus eventually do to be able to return home?
Odysseus defeats the sea monster guy
Which suitor was able to complete the challenge?
Odysseus
