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He is like his father Odysseus, in that he is loyal and is disgusted by evil. He also, like his father, is willing go fight for his freedom.

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Who does Telemachus thinks that Odysseus is when they First meet?

When Telemachus first meets Odysseus (disguised as a beggar), Telemachus does not recognize him and instead thinks he is just a poor traveler. Odysseus reveals his true identity later in the story.


Who does Telemachus think Odysseus is when they reunite?

Telemachus first thinks that Odysseus is a beggar, thanks to Athena's disguise of him. After Odysseus' transformation, Telemachus believes him to be a god, until Odysseus tells Telemachus of his identity.


Why does Telemachus have a hard time believing that Odysseus is his father?

Telemachus has a hard time believing that Odysseus is his father because he was just a baby when Odysseus left for the Trojan War, so he has no memories of his father. Additionally, there have been suitors in their home claiming Odysseus will never return, which has further fueled Telemachus's doubts.


What figure is Telemachus compared to?

Telemachus is often compared to his father Odysseus in Greek mythology. Telemachus is depicted as brave, intelligent, and resourceful like Odysseus, showing similar qualities as he grows and matures throughout their epic journey.


How does Odysseus tell Telemachus to react when the suitors abuse Odysseus?

Odysseus tells Telemachus to remain calm and not start a fight with the suitors. He advises Telemachus to observe their behavior and wait for the right moment to take action. Odysseus urges his son to trust in him and the plan they have in place to deal with the suitors.

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Who noticed Telemachus' tears and said he looked like Odyseus?

Telemachus was the son of Odysseus and Penelope. It was Helen of Troy who noticed the tears of Telemachus and told him that he looked like Odysseus.


How did Odysseus and Telemachus meet?

Telemachus is Odysseus's son.


Who does Telemachus thinks that Odysseus is when they First meet?

When Telemachus first meets Odysseus (disguised as a beggar), Telemachus does not recognize him and instead thinks he is just a poor traveler. Odysseus reveals his true identity later in the story.


How is telemachus different from eumaeus?

Telemachus is the son of Odysseus, and Eumaeus is the swineherd of Odysseus.


Who does Telemachus think Odysseus is when they reunite?

Telemachus first thinks that Odysseus is a beggar, thanks to Athena's disguise of him. After Odysseus' transformation, Telemachus believes him to be a god, until Odysseus tells Telemachus of his identity.


What did Odysseus tell Telemachus to do on his signalWhat did Odysseus tell Telemachus to do on his signal?

Kill the suiters


When Telemachus first encounter Odysseus disguised as a beggar does he immediately recognize his father?

No, he does not. In fact, Telemachus doesn't even know what his father, Odysseus looks like, because they had only met when Telemachus was a baby.


Why does Telemachus have a hard time believing that Odysseus is his father?

Telemachus has a hard time believing that Odysseus is his father because he was just a baby when Odysseus left for the Trojan War, so he has no memories of his father. Additionally, there have been suitors in their home claiming Odysseus will never return, which has further fueled Telemachus's doubts.


Why is Eumaeus excited to see Telemachus?

Eumaeus is excited to see Telemachus because he has not seen him in a long time, and Telemachus is like a son to him. Telemachus' return also signifies a change in the household and brings hope for the future of Odysseus' house.


Why did Telemachus put Odysseus to work?

Telemachus was the son of Odysseus, I don't believe he put him to work.


Who was Telemachus in the book The Odyssey?

Telemachus is the son of Odysseus


What does Odysseus order telemachus to do when he gives him a signal?

Odysseus implicitly tells Telemachus not to string his bow, even though he can. Odysseus later signals Telemachus to prepare for battle after Odysseus has performed the feat of strength and skill.