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How many suitors must Odysseus kill?
Odysseus kills 108 suitors upon his return to Ithaca in the epic poem "The Odyssey" by Homer.
How many suitors must Odysseus face in his hall?
Odysseus must face 108 suitors in his hall upon his return to Ithaca. These suitors have been pursuing his wife, Penelope, and causing trouble in his absence.
How do the Phaecians treat Odysseus?
In addition to clothing and feeding Odysseus, the Phaecians heap many treasures upon Odysseus and return him home to Ithaca.
What would have happened to Telemachus upon his return to Ithaca?
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.
In Book XVII who first approaches Odysseus when he returns to Ithaca and warns him that his home is full of enemies.?
The first person to approach Odysseus upon his return to Ithaca is Athena disguised as a young shepherd. She warns him that his home is full of enemies and advises him on how to handle the situation.
How did Odysseus reveal himself to his son Telemachus upon his return to Ithaca?
disguised himself as a beggar, then shot an arrow through ax holes into the target
Who is the faithful dog in Greek mythology?
There may be more faithful dogs in Greek mythology, but one of them was Argos, Odysseus' dog, who waited for his master's return in Ithaca. He recognised his master after 20 years, even though Odysseus was disguised as beggar upon his return.
What does Odysseus do while the Phaeacian crew rows toward Ithaca?
Odysseus falls into a deep deathlike sleep upon boarding the Phaecian vessel. He is asleep the entire trip back to Ithaca.
When did Odysseus' journey begin?
Odysseus' first journey began in Ithaca when he was called upon to join the Greeks in making war on Troy.
What does the leader of the suitors do to Odysseus?
The leader of the suitors, Antinous, along with the other suitors, conspires to kill Odysseus upon his return to Ithaca. They disrespect him, mock him, and try to take over his kingdom in his absence. Ultimately, Odysseus defeats them in a final showdown.
When does Odysseus disguise himself as a beggar?
Odysseus disguises himself as a beggar upon learning that he is back on Ithaca.
What happens to the suitors in the Odyssey?
In the Odyssey, the suitors who have been courting Penelope, Odysseus' wife, are killed by Odysseus upon his return to Ithaca. Odysseus, disguised as a beggar, challenges the suitors to a contest and then reveals his true identity before taking revenge on them for their disrespect and attempts to take over his home.
