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He had been nervously thinking of his father and wasn't able to get to sleep.

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Q: Why is Telemachus awake when Athena comes upon him?
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What are the suitors planning upon the return of telemachus?

The suitors are planning to ambush and kill Telemachus upon his return in order to secure their chances with Penelope and claim Odysseus's estate for themselves. They see Telemachus as a threat to their plans and want to eliminate him.


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Upon Telemachus' return to Ithaca, he would have reunited with his mother Penelope and set about reclaiming his place as the rightful heir to the throne, which was originally held by his father Odysseus. Telemachus would have faced the challenge of dealing with the suitors who were vying for his mother's hand in marriage and would have needed to assert his authority as the new ruler of Ithaca.


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Relationship of Telemachus to Odysseus?

Telemachus is the son of Odysseus and Penelope in Greek mythology. He is a central character in "The Odyssey," where he embarks on a journey to find his father who has been missing for many years. Telemachus also plays a significant role in helping Odysseus reclaim his kingdom upon his return.


What city did Athena the greek goddess live?

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What does Telemachus do when he finally realizes that the beggar is his father Odysseus?

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