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Blinding the Cyclops prevented him from seeing to retaliate and allowed Odysseus and his men to escape. Killing him would have been risky as they would still be trapped inside the cave with his comrades. Blinding him was a strategic move to secure their safety and to fulfill his revenge.
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Why does Odysseus blind instead of kill the cyclops when he has a chance?
The cyclops (Polyphemus) has Odysseus and his men trapped in a cave. There is a large stone covering the entrance to the cave that is too big for Odysseus and his men to move. If he kills the cyclops, they will not be able to get out of the cave.
Why doesnt odysseus kill cyclops?
The entrance to the cave of Polyphemus is blocked by a gigantic stone, that him and his entire crew couldn't move. If Polyphemus were to be killed, then his entire crew would be trapped in the cave.
Why does odysseus blind the cyclops rather than kill him?
Blinding the Cyclops instead of killing him was a strategic move by Odysseus to escape the cave, as he needed the Cyclops to move the boulder blocking the entrance. Killing the Cyclops would have left them trapped inside the cave. Additionally, blinding the Cyclops allowed Odysseus to exact revenge for his men without facing immediate retaliation.
What aspects of Odysseus' character are revealed in the incident with the cyclops Polyphemus?
His curiousity - He wishes to know what the people of the cyclops are like. His greed - He wishes to receive gifts from the cyclops. His courage - He is the first to speak to the cyclops because the others are too afraid. His wisdom - He wisely recognizes that killing the Cyclops would trap them in the cave. His intelligence - Odysseus creates a plan to escape the cave. His skill with tools - Odysseus is able to sharpen the olive trunk into a sharp point. His physical prowess - Odysseus drives the olive trunk into Polyphemus' eye like a screw. His patience - Odysseus waits patiently to escape the cave, waiting until dawn to try to escape. His charisma - Odysseus gets Polyphemus to relax and has him accept his gift of wine. His skill with words - Odysseus cleverly gives Polyphemus a fake name His leadership skills - Odysseus is able to get his men to not kill the cyclops immediately, but aid him with his plan to escape. Furthermore, he makes sure his entire crew is out of the cave before he leaves himself. His arrogance - Odysseus taunts Polyphemus as he leaves the island. His stubbornness - Even after his crew begs him not to, Odysseus continues to taunt Polyphemus.
Why does Odysseus blind the Cyclops rather than kill him the giant is asleep?
Blinding the Cyclops instead of killing him allows Odysseus and his men to escape from the cave since the Cyclops can't see to stop them from leaving. Additionally, keeping the Cyclops alive ensures that they can still seek revenge if they need to.
How did Polyphemus die?
Polyphemus blames his death on "Nobody" and his friends. "Nobody" is what Odysseus tells him his name is. When Polyphemus tells his friend that Nobody is killing him they don't believe him. They take it as no one is killing him. They say Poseidon (their father) has sent the plague to him. His friends tell him to pray to their father!
Why does Odysseus blind instead of kill the cyclops when he has a chance?
The cyclops (Polyphemus) has Odysseus and his men trapped in a cave. There is a large stone covering the entrance to the cave that is too big for Odysseus and his men to move. If he kills the cyclops, they will not be able to get out of the cave.
What language does Odysseus use to the Cyclops?
He calls himself "Nobody" or "No-Man". He also gets the Cyclops drunk and pretends to be "Nobody" instead of himself. Polyphemus (cyclops) gets drunk and asks Odysseus his name. He replied with "Nobody." As the cyclops falls down and collapses, Odysseus and his mean put red hot staff into his eye. When the cyclops screams and awakens, people around him ask him what's wrong. Cyclops replied with, "Nobody's killing me!."
What prevents Odysseus from killing the sleeping cyclops?
Odysseus refrains from killing the sleeping Cyclops, Polyphemus, because he realizes that doing so would trap him and his men inside the cave, as they would be unable to move the massive boulder blocking the entrance. Instead, he devises a clever plan to blind Polyphemus and escape under the guise of being named "Nobody," ensuring that when the Cyclops calls for help, he cannot reveal who attacked him. This strategic thinking highlights Odysseus' intelligence and resourcefulness in dire situations.
Why were the Gods angry at Odysseus?
I believe this answer can found in the odyessy by Homer.They angered him by killing and eating his immortal cattle.
Why doesn't Odysseus kill the cyclops at this moment?
Odysseus refrains from killing the Cyclops, Polyphemus, because he recognizes that doing so would trap him and his men inside the cave, as they would be unable to move the massive stone blocking the entrance. Instead, he devises a clever plan to blind Polyphemus, allowing them to escape under the cover of the sheep. By prioritizing their immediate survival over revenge, Odysseus demonstrates both strategic thinking and leadership.
When the giant Cyclops asked Odysseus his name what name did Odysseus give to him?
Odysseus told the Cyclops his name was "Noman" (or no one in the literal Greek) as in Nobody so he tricks him. When Polyphemus cries out to his fellow Cyclopes for help he says "Noman is killing me." One of his fellows says that if "no man" is killing him, it must be illness (a divine affliction).
How does Odysseus defeat Polyphemus?
By killing him, of course!
Why doesnt odysseus kill cyclops?
The entrance to the cave of Polyphemus is blocked by a gigantic stone, that him and his entire crew couldn't move. If Polyphemus were to be killed, then his entire crew would be trapped in the cave.
What lie did Odysseus tell the cyclopes?
1. When the Cyclops Polyphemus asks Odysseus where his ship is, Odysseus lies and says it was destroyed upon the rocks of the shore. 2. Odysseus told the cyclops that his name was "Nobody". When Odysseus and his men blind the cyclops (neither Odysseus nor the Cyclops dies), he yells to his friends for help. They ask him what is wrong and he answers saying, "Nobody's killing me now by fraud and not by force!" (Fagles' translation 9.455). They respond by saying that it must be the plague killing him and they can't help. They advise him to pray.
What aspects of Odysseus character are revealed in the incident with the cyclops?
His curiousity - He wishes to know what the people of the cyclops are like. His greed - He wishes to receive gifts from the cyclops. His courage - He is the first to speak to the cyclops because the others are too afraid. His wisdom - He wisely recognizes that killing the Cyclops would trap them in the cave. His intelligence - Odysseus creates a plan to escape the cave. His skill with tools - Odysseus is able to sharpen the olive trunk into a sharp point. His physical prowess - Odysseus drives the olive trunk into Polyphemus' eye like a screw. His patience - Odysseus waits patiently to escape the cave, waiting until dawn to try to escape. His charisma - Odysseus gets Polyphemus to relax and has him accept his gift of wine. His skill with words - Odysseus cleverly gives Polyphemus a fake name His leadership skills - Odysseus is able to get his men to not kill the cyclops immediately, but aid him with his plan to escape. Furthermore, he makes sure his entire crew is out of the cave before he leaves himself. His arrogance - Odysseus taunts Polyphemus as he leaves the island. His stubbornness - Even after his crew begs him not to, Odysseus continues to taunt Polyphemus.
What foolish thing does Odysseus do in chapter 9?
In chapter 9 of the Odyssey, Odysseus foolishly reveals his true identity to Polyphemus the Cyclops after blinding him. This action leads to Polyphemus seeking revenge and making it harder for Odysseus and his men to escape.
