0
What else can I help you with?
How does the court at Sparta compare with telemachus' home in Ithaca?
The court at Sparta, led by Menelaus and Helen, is portrayed as lavish and opulent, reflecting the wealth and power of the ruling couple. In contrast, Telemachus' home in Ithaca is seen as more modest and reflects a simpler lifestyle. The differences in the two courts highlight the disparities in social status and power between Sparta and Ithaca.
Why are the suitors plotting the murder of Telemachus?
The suitors see Telemachus as a threat to their plans to marry Penelope and take over Odysseus's kingdom. By eliminating Telemachus, they believe they can remove any obstacles to their goals and solidify their own power and wealth.
What dies telemachus learn about his mother when he returns to ithaca?
Telemachus learns that his mother, Penelope, has remained faithful to his father, Odysseus, despite the suitors' advances. He also realizes her strength and cunning in dealing with the suitors while waiting for Odysseus' return.
Why does telemachus and his mother need Odysseus?
Telemachus and his mother need Odysseus because he is their husband and father, respectively. Odysseus is seen as the rightful ruler of Ithaca and his return is essential for restoring order and legitimacy to their household and kingdom. Additionally, Odysseus' presence provides protection and guidance for Telemachus as he comes of age and learns to be a leader.
When Odysseus arrives back on Ithaca what things does he want to know from his son?
When Odysseus is first rejoined with his son Telemachus, he asks Telemachus why he has not cleared the house of the suitors. After he reveals himself to his son, he asks how many suitors there are, and who the loyal servants are, so that they may plot their revenge against the suitors.
Who departed the sea in Ithaca in the odyssey?
Telemachus decides to leave Ithaca to gather news of his father. Antinuous and the other suitors arrange for some of the suitors to follow Telemachus from Ithaca and kill him on the seas.
When Telemachus returns to Ithaca who does he visit?
Eumaios the swineherd
Why did Telemachus leave Ithaca?
In order to find his father.
Where did Telemachus meet Theoclymenus?
praying beside Telemachus' ship before he was to leave to go back to Ithaca
What would have happened to Telemachus upon his return to Ithaca?
Upon Telemachus' return to Ithaca, he would have reunited with his mother Penelope and set about reclaiming his place as the rightful heir to the throne, which was originally held by his father Odysseus. Telemachus would have faced the challenge of dealing with the suitors who were vying for his mother's hand in marriage and would have needed to assert his authority as the new ruler of Ithaca.
What assurance does Athena give to telemachus?
That his father is not dead and is in Ithaca
What does Athena warn telemachus about?
The ambush of suitors waiting in Ithaca
When Odysseus returns to Ithaca what does Telemachus mistakes Odysseus for?
God
What is the name of the goddess who helps Telemachus return to Ithaca?
yes
Where did Telemachus meet Theoclymenus the soothsayer?
praying beside Telemachus' ship before he was to leave to go back to Ithaca
What do the suitors do when they find out Telemachus has sailed to search for news of his father?
They plot to kill Telemachus on the seas before he returns to Ithaca.
Who is the first person Odysseus run into when he return to Ithaca?
His son , Telemachus.
