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While Odysseus was visiting in the garden with his father what were Telemachus and the swineherd doing?
While Odysseus was visiting in the garden with his father, Telemachus and the swineherd, Eumaeus, were discussing the situation at home and the ongoing issues with the suitors in their absence. Telemachus was also beginning to learn more about his father's identity and their shared challenges. This moment illustrates the bond between father and son, as well as the loyalty of Eumaeus to Odysseus’s family.
What event took place while Telemachus was at Pylos visiting Nestor?
a sacrifice
What is part 1 of Odysseus mainly about?
Part 1 of the "Odyssey," often referred to as the "Telemachy," focuses on the struggles of Odysseus's son, Telemachus, as he searches for news of his father, who has been missing since the Trojan War. Meanwhile, the narrative also explores the situation in Ithaca, where Odysseus's absence has allowed suitors to overrun his home, vying for the hand of his wife, Penelope. Telemachus embarks on a journey to seek out information, visiting key figures like Nestor and Menelaus, which ultimately helps him grow into a more assertive leader. This part sets the stage for the subsequent adventures of Odysseus and the themes of loyalty and identity.
Why is Odysseus visiting the underworld?
Odysseus must talk to Tiresias, a dead prophet who will know how Odysseus can return safely home and appease the angry Poseidon. on the advice of Circe.
How do Odysseus' men disobey his orders?
After sacking Ismarus, Odysseus tells the men to return to the ship with their booty, but they do not comply. On the island of the Lotus Eaters, Odysseus commands 3 men to go back to the ship, but they will not comply and have to be dragged back. After visiting Aeolus, keeper of the winds, his men, thinking there is treasure in the sack Aeolus gave to Odysseus, open it, unloosing the winds. After rowing hard passing Scylla and Charybdis, Odysseus orders his men to row on, but they refuse, forcing the ship to port at Thrinacia. When they had arrived on the island of Thrinacia, home of Lord Helios' immortal cattle, Odysseus made them promise to not do anything to the herd. At first they were able to keep that promise, but soon, because there was no wind, they were stranded on the island with no food and only the cattle to stare at. So of course, they betrayed Odysseus and attacked the cattle instead of listening to him. It ended up with the God Zeus punishing them with only Odysseus surviving.
What does Athens advise Telemachus to do?
Athens advises Telemachus to seek information about his father Odysseus by visiting Nestor in Pylos and Menelaus in Sparta. This will help Telemachus learn more about his father's whereabouts and condition.
What instructions did Odysseus give to Penelope while he was away visiting his father?
Odysseus told Penelope to take the women and go to the upper chamber and do not talk to any man.
What did Telemachus request of Nestor's son after visiting with Menelaus and returning to Nestor's?
Telemachus requested that they not stop by the palace but go directly to the ship.
After visiting with Menelaus and returning to Nestor's home what did Telemachus request of Nestor's son?
Telemachus requested that they not stop by the palace but go directly to the ship.
What event took place while Telemachus was at Pylos visiting Nestor?
a sacrifice
What is part 1 of Odysseus mainly about?
Part 1 of the "Odyssey," often referred to as the "Telemachy," focuses on the struggles of Odysseus's son, Telemachus, as he searches for news of his father, who has been missing since the Trojan War. Meanwhile, the narrative also explores the situation in Ithaca, where Odysseus's absence has allowed suitors to overrun his home, vying for the hand of his wife, Penelope. Telemachus embarks on a journey to seek out information, visiting key figures like Nestor and Menelaus, which ultimately helps him grow into a more assertive leader. This part sets the stage for the subsequent adventures of Odysseus and the themes of loyalty and identity.
Why does Odysseus insist on visiting the cyclops 's cave?
to feed
After visiting with Menelaus and returning to Nestor's home why didn't Telemachus want to see Nestor?
because Nestor was so kind and loved him so that he would delay Telemachus' departure
In The Odyssey why does Helen put a drug in the wine?
In Book 4 of The Odyssey, Odysseus' son Telemachus, and Nestor's son Pisistratus, are visiting Helen and Menelaus in search of news about Odysseus. They begin to reminisce about the Trojan War, remembering all the fallen heroes, and soon they are all sobbing sorrowfully. To restore levity to the evening, Helen drugs the wine with a potion she has been given by the queen of Egypt.
Why is Odysseus visiting the underworld?
Odysseus must talk to Tiresias, a dead prophet who will know how Odysseus can return safely home and appease the angry Poseidon. on the advice of Circe.
Why is Odysseus willing to risk visiting the Cyclops?
Odysseus didn't know that a Cyclops lived there, but he assumed that the normal rules of being a good host to visitors applied. They didn't.
What instructions does Odysseus give to Penelope while he was away visiting his father?
Odysseus instructs Penelope to wait for him and to guard their home in his absence. He also warns her not to remarry and assures her that he will return to her soon.
