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Odysseus builds a raft and is given clothing, food and drink by Calypso. It is wrecked by Poseidon, but Odysseus swims ashore on the island of Scherie, where, naked and exhausted, he hides in a pile of leaves and falls asleep. Next morning, awakened by the laughter of girls, he sees the young Nausicaa.
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How does Odysseus escape Calypso?
Hermes tells Calypso to let Odysseus go.
How does Calypso feel about having to let Odysseus go?
sad
Where does Odysseus meet Calypso?
Odysseus met Calypso on her lush island of Ogygia.
What does calypso offer to Odysseus in exchange that he stays?
Calypso offers immortality to Odysseus
Who offers Odysseus immortality?
Calypso
What is Calypso's reaction to having to let Odysseus go?
Initially, Calypso becomes angry, but does not want to anger the gods by disobeying and ultimately agrees to let him go.
What is the source of Calypso's power over Odysseus?
Calypso has the power of immorality over Odysseus.
What is Calypso's confict?
She loves Odysseus and wants to keep him on her island, but Zeus wants her to let Odysseus go.
How is Zeus related to Calypso?
Zeus is not directly related to Calypso. Calypso is a nymph in Greek mythology who is known for holding Odysseus captive on her island in Homer's "Odyssey." Zeus is the king of the gods and does not have a familial relationship with Calypso.
What is the metaphor for Odysseus encounter with Calypso?
Odysseus wants to return home but Calypso a goddess doesn't want to let him go because she likes him. Athena helps Odysseus by telling Calypso to let him go and she does. That's when his journey begin.
Does Odysseus remain faithful to Penelope while on calypso's island?
No. Odysseus and Calypso are lovers, and even have a child. However, Odysseus does retain the desire to go home, but does not see this as a valid option when a god is blocking the way.
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.'
