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Odysseus met Calypso on the island of Ogygia, where she lived in a cave. After being shipwrecked, Odysseus was captured by Calypso, who fell in love with him and kept him on the island for several years. Despite her affection, Odysseus longed to return home to Ithaca and his wife, Penelope. Ultimately, the gods intervened, and Calypso was instructed to let him go.
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Where does Odysseus meet Calypso?
Odysseus met Calypso on her lush island of Ogygia.
How did calypso meet Odysseus?
He was washed up on the shore of her island.
How does Odysseus escape Calypso?
Hermes tells Calypso to let Odysseus go.
What does calypso offer to Odysseus in exchange that he stays?
Calypso offers immortality to Odysseus
What is Odysseus doing when you first meet him in the story?
When first met Odysseus is staring out to see on Calypso's island dreaming of getting home to Ithaca.
Who offers Odysseus immortality?
Calypso
What is the source of Calypso's power over Odysseus?
Calypso has the power of immorality over Odysseus.
How does Odysseus manage to say no to Calypso and still not offend her?
Hermes is sent down to Calypso, telling her that the gods wish for her to release Odysseus. Therefore, it is Calypso who allows Odysseus to leave, not Odysseus who 'manages to say no.'
What does Calypso do to keep Odysseus from leaving her?
Calypso and Odysseus become lovers. Calypso offers Odysseus immortality and eternal youth if he would stay with her. Calypso does not aid Odysseus' escape until told to do so, so he seemed trapped on her island without a ship.
Whom did Odysseus stay on Calypso's island with?
Calypso
How long does Calypso want Odysseus to stay with her on her island?
Calypso wants Odysseus to stay with her on the island forever.
Did Poseidon help Odysseus escape Calypso?
No! Poseidon tries to drown Odysseus during his escape from Calypso. Athena and Hermes assist Odysseus.
