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Zeus destroys Odysseus' ship in punishment for killing the sacred Cattle of Helios. Odysseus is the only man to survive the storm, washing up on Ogygia, where he is found by Calypso, who nurses him back to health.

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Odysseus is trapped on calypsos island?

For seven years!


Odysseus is trapped on calypsos island for how many days?

7 years


When we first meet the hero Odysseus on Calypsos island what is he doing?

Weeping.


What island does Odysseus end up on after he escapes Scylla and Charybdis?

Odysseus ends up at calypsos island where he is standed there for seven years. There he meets the immortal calypso and fatally falls for her just as she falls for him. She keeps him on her island by not giving him the tools he needs to make a raft.


How did Odysseus leave Calypsos' island?

Athena told her father Zeus that Odysseus wanted to go home to see his wife and son so Zeus told Hermes to go and tell Calypso to let Odysseus leave her island. She agreed and told Odysseus to make a boat and she gave him food and wine for his journey


What is the name of Calypsos island?

Ogygia


What virtuous gifts is attributed to Odysseus especially in calypsos story?

The gift of bribary


What was calypsos external conflict from the ODYSSEY?

The gods send a letter to Calypso so she can release Odysseus.


Why is it so important that Odysseus and his men returned to calypsos island?

Odysseus and his men returned to Calypso's island, Ogygia, primarily because Odysseus was held captive there by Calypso, who desired him as her immortal husband. Their return highlights the themes of longing for home and the struggle between desire and duty, as Odysseus ultimately seeks to return to Ithaca and his wife, Penelope. Additionally, the encounter emphasizes the importance of human connections and the sacrifices made for love and loyalty, showcasing Odysseus's resilience and determination to fulfill his journey.


Odysseus hailed from what island?

Odysseus was the king of the island of Ithaca.ITHACA!


How long was Odysseus on the island of Aeolia?

Odysseus stayed with Aeolus on his island for a month.


Who asks Odysseus to leave circe?

Odysseus' crew men ask Odysseus to leave Circe's island after a year on her island.