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Who has asked Odysseus to tell his tale?
the phaeacians
What does Odysseus tell the Phaeacians he is known for?
He is crafty.
Why does Odysseus begin to tell the phaeacians his story?
so that he can get home
Why does Homer have Odysseus kill the suitors before he reveals himself to Penelope?
Only Homer himself could answer, but he is not around to tell us.
What king does Odysseus tell his journey to?
King Alcinous of the Phaeacians, Nausicaa's father.
What does Homer tell us about the Phaeacians Select all that apply.?
The Phaeacians are highly skilled sailors and shipbuilders. They are hospitable and show great generosity to strangers. The Phaeacians are favored by the gods and have divine protection. They are known for their love of music, dance, and athletic competitions. The Phaeacians have a strong sense of community and unity.
What does Homer tell us about trust in The Odyssey?
Homer shows us in The Odyssey that trust is essential for successful relationships and alliances. Characters like Odysseus and Penelope demonstrate the importance of trusting one another and remaining loyal in the face of challenges and temptations. However, Homer also highlights how trust can be betrayed, as seen with the suitors who deceive Penelope and Odysseus during his absence.
Who has asked Odysseus to tell his tale?
the phaeacians
What does Odysseus tell the Phaeacians he is known for?
He is crafty.
Why does Odysseus begin to tell the phaeacians his story?
so that he can get home
Who does Odysseus tell about his journey since the end of Trojan war?
The Phaeacians.
Why does Homer have Odysseus kill the suitors before he reveals himself to Penelope?
Only Homer himself could answer, but he is not around to tell us.
What king does Odysseus tell his journey to?
King Alcinous of the Phaeacians, Nausicaa's father.
Where is Polyphemus' realm?
Homer does not tell us where the Island of the Cyclopes was. Later traditions mention Sicily.
Who is Blind bard of the Phaeacians?
Demodocus is the blind bard of the Phaeacians.
What is true about the Phaeacians?
they were brilliant in making ships that were quite different from the anient galleys used during the Trojan war. their ships could be controlled or steered by thought. the ruler of phaeacia was Alkinoos. the phaeacians carried Rhadamanthus to Euboea, the furthest of any place, and came back in the same day. Homer describes their ships as a falcon.
How are the Phaeacians punished for helping Odysseus?
Poseidon turns the Phaeacians ship into stone
