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How does Athena transform Odysseus?

She makes Odysseus disguises as a beggar so no one will know his true identity.


What unusual provision does Athena make for Odysseus to get clothes and shelter?

Athena makes Odysseus more handsome so that Nausikaa will give him clothes, food, and shelter.


What favor does Athena grant Odysseus and Penelope?

Athena begs her father Zeus to allow her to aid Odysseus, so he can go home to his family. She says,"My own heart is broken for Odysseus". Athena goes as far as enhancing his appearance so that Princess Nausikaa will be sure to help him reach home. Once Odysseus reaches the city that Nausikaa leads him to, Athena "pours a sea fog" around him to protect him, and she takes on the form of a small girl in order to show him the way to the palace. Once Athena leads Odysseus home to Ithaka, she disguises herself as a sheperd boy and makes conversation with her beloved Odysseus. However, she eventually transforms herself into her natural state.


How does Odysseus reveal his identity to telemachus?

Athena transforms Odysseus and makes him appear majestic so much so that Telemachus mistakes Odysseus for a god. Odysseus tells Telemachus that he is indeed his father, and it takes a little time for him to convince him of this.


What does Athena do during the battle with the suitors?

Athena first takes the form of Mentor. When Odysseus calls to her for help, she berates him for being so weak and needing to call on the gods for help. She takes the form of a swallow and watches the battle from the rafters. When the suitors throw their spears at Odysseus and his men, she makes the spears mostly miss. Further, she helps guides Odysseus and his men's spears into the suitors. Finally, Athena holds up her Aegis, making the suitors cower and despair as Odysseus and his men slaughter them.


Who makes a plea to the god for Odysseus?

Telemachus and Penelope make pleas to the gods for Odysseus's safe return in the epic poem "The Odyssey" by Homer. Telemachus makes these pleas to Athena, while Penelope makes them to various gods and goddesses.


How did Odysseus react when he was reunited with his son?

When Odysseus was reunited with his son Telemachus, he initially tested his son to make sure it was truly him. Once convinced of Telemachus's identity, Odysseus embraced him warmly and they shared a tearful reunion. Odysseus also expressed his pride in his son's growth and maturity during their time apart.


How does Athena help Penelope?

When Athena visits Penelope and Telemachus the first time, Penelope becomes sad when she hears the song of the homecoming of the Akhaians (Greeks) after the Trojan War, as it reminds her of her husband's absence. Penelope then goes to her room and weeps for Odysseus.


When Odysseus returns home to Ithaca what does he disguise himself as?

Odysseus is disguises himself as an Soldier, with the help of Athena. They said at one time that it was an old begger but i looked into it and found out it was really a soldier it suprised me a little but if you think about it, it makes perfect since


Does Odysseus die in the oddyssey?

Odysseus makes it home to Ithaca, and lives.


What does Athena do in book 20 to boost Odysseus's spirits?

Well, honey, in book 20, Athena decides to glam up Odysseus a bit. She makes him look all tall, dark, and handsome to boost his confidence before he faces the suitors. Think of it as a divine makeover to help him strut his stuff and show those pesky suitors who's boss. Athena's like the original wingwoman, always there to help a guy out in a pinch.


What makes you fearful?

Something you are afraid of makes you fearful.