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What god disliked Odysseus?

Poseidon disliked Odysseus because he thought that the might of man had accomplished the victory, placng man over the gods, when in fact, without poseidon and other gods, the war would have been impossible to win, and all of Odysseus's clever plans would have failed.'Man is nothing without the gods'Poseidon disliked Odysseus because Odysseus tricked and blinded his son and then dared Poseidon to do anything about it.


Was Odysseus friends with Achilles?

No they both were dangerous and if they met someone would die


When Polyphemus started eating sailors why couldn't Odysseus and his men escape?

The cyclops had rolled a large rock to block the entrance of the cave. If Odysseus and his men killed Polyphemus, they would be trapped in the cave, unable to move the rock.


Why didn't Odysseus want to go to Troy?

An Oracle had prophesiesd that Odysseus would have a long journey home (in a bad way). That's why Odysseus faked being crazy, so that he could avoid going to Troy. He also didn't want to leave to war so soon after Penelope had their son Telemachus.


What misfortune did Odysseus bring on himself and his men?

Odysseus entered the city of Troy by using a Trojan Horse, a giant replica of a horse, and destroyed Troy from the inside. He wouldn't have been able to if Poseidon didn't send a sea serpent to kill the snitch, who was about to give away Odysseus' position. After Odysseus defeated the city of Troy, he gloated about how he solemnly defeated the town with no help of the Gods. This made Poseidon furious, so he cursed Odysseus and his men so they would go through Hell if they ever sailed again. Eventually all of his men (excluding Odysseus) were either killed by the Cyclops, turned into pigs by the witch, or fell into the endless pit created by Poseidon.

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How does cyclops respond when Odysseus tells him that Zeus will punish him for offending guests?

Polyphemus called Odysseus a fool and indicated that he had no fear of Zeus because the Cyclopes were stronger than he was, and that he would only give them traditional hospitality if he felt like doing so (which he did not)


What deal does eurymachus try to make with Odysseus and how did Odysseus respond?

Eurymachus attempts to negotiate with Odysseus by offering him a substantial amount of wealth and gifts in exchange for sparing the lives of the suitors, who have been courting Odysseus's wife, Penelope, during his absence. He argues that their actions were driven by their desire for Penelope and that they would repay Odysseus for the wrongs done. However, Odysseus firmly rejects this offer, stating that he will not be swayed by their pleas or promises, emphasizing that they must face the consequences of their disloyalty.


What is Eurylochus's insidious plea?

Eurylochus's insidious plea to Odysseus and the crew centers around the dangers of continuing their journey home. He exploits their fears and doubts, arguing that it would be wiser to stay with the seemingly hospitable Circe rather than risk the perils of the sea. His manipulative rhetoric seeks to sway the crew away from their goal of returning to Ithaca, appealing to their desire for safety and comfort rather than the values of loyalty and perseverance.


Is insidious to scary for 9 year olds?

I would think it is but if you are not scared of any thing probably not


Is it respond to or respond for?

It can be either one, depending on your meaning. You would "respond to" a question or comment directed at you. You would "respond for" someone else who cannot respond for themselves.


Insidious in a sentence?

Insidious is used to describe something or someone who is purposeful and clever in their treachery or harmful plans. An example sentence might be: Sarah insidiously started a rumor about Jacob, knowing it would eventually be the talk of the school.


Why would Athena help Odysseus?

She was the goddess of heroes and she favored, Odysseus.


Why did Athena treat Odysseus?

She treated Odysseus very well. Without Athena, Odysseus would not have made it home.


What does Odysseus fear?

odysseus feared he would never return home and that he would never see his wife penelope


A member of Congress who wants to act on what the majority of his or her constituency thinks on a particular issue would be advised to respond to what indicators?

a poll based on a random sample of constituents


What is Odysseus main concern in defeating the suitors?

odysseus wife would have had to marry one of them


Who tells Penelope that Odysseus is alive?

Odysseus who was dressed up as an old beggar told Penelope that Odysseus was alive and would return soon