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What do you think about Odysseus responds appropriately to the three men who long to stay with the lotus eaters?
Odysseus responds appropriately by forcibly dragging the three men back to the ship and tying them up. He understand the danger of staying with the lotus eaters, as they induce a forgetful and sedentary state that would prevent the men from continuing their journey home. Odysseus knows the importance of maintaining focus and determination in order to reach their ultimate goal of returning to Ithaca.
What offense does the cyclops commits against Odysseus and his men?
The cyclops Polyphemus kills and eats 6 of Odysseus' best men. He kills the men by grabbing them and dashing their heads against rocks. Further, he traps the men in the cave by rolling a giant boulder in front of the cave.
How are the lives of cyclops different from the lives of Odysseus and his men?
Cyclops lead a solitary life in their caves, while Odysseus and his men travel in a group and face challenges together. Cyclops do not engage with society or other beings, unlike Odysseus and his men who interact with various characters and civilizations during their journey. Additionally, Cyclops do not experience the same camaraderie, companionship, and shared experiences that Odysseus and his men do.
How does the cyclops violate xenia toward Odysseus and his men?
The cyclops violates xenia by not offering hospitality to Odysseus and his men when they arrive on his island. Instead of welcoming them with food and shelter, the cyclops imprisons them in his cave and eats some of Odysseus's men. This goes against the customs of hospitality and guest-friendship.
How does Polyphemus respond to Odysseus?
Polyphemus responds to Odysseus with anger and violence after Odysseus blinds him. He curses Odysseus and his men, calling for vengeance from his father Poseidon. Polyphemus then blocks the exit of the cave, trapping Odysseus and his crew inside.
What did the cyclops do to Odysseus' men?
He ate Odysseus's men.
What does Odysseus understand about the lotus eaters that his men don't?
He understands that eating the plant will make you want to stay on the island.
What did Circe turn Odysseus' men into?
Circe turned Odysseus' men Into swine.
What does scylla do to Odysseus men?
She captures six of Odysseus' men and eats them alive
How does Polyphemus meet Odysseus and his men?
Odysseus and his men wait in the cyclops cave, as Odysseus is curious as to who the cyclops is. As Polyphemus brings in his sheep, he spots the men in the cave.
What lesson does Poseidon wants Odysseus to understand?
Poseidon wants Odysseus to understand what it is like to suffer, just as Odysseus has made his son Polyphemus suffer.
Why does the cyclops hold Odysseus and his men captive?
Polyphemus finds Odysseus' men tasty.
What did the cicones do to Odysseus and his men?
The Cicones killed 6 men from each of Odysseus's ships.
Which of these statements is true regarding the Cicones and Odysseus and his men?
The Cicones outnumbered Odysseus and his men.
What main problem did Odysseus have with his men?
The problem with Odysseus's men is that they admire him, but they don't listen to him.
Why do Odysseus' men not get home?
All of Odysseus men die upon the journey home.
How does Odysseus lose six men in the land of the cyclops?
The Cyclops ate Odysseus' men.
