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Who are Eumaeus and Philoetius?
Eumaeus and Philoetius are two loyal servants of Odysseus in Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey. Eumaeus is a swineherd who helps Odysseus upon his return to Ithaca, and Philoetius is a cowherd who also aids Odysseus in his quest to reclaim his kingdom from the suitors. Both characters symbolize loyalty and trust in the face of adversity.
What two tasks does Odysseus perform before he can live in happiness?
Before Odysseus can live in happiness, he must first defeat the suitors who have taken over his home in Ithaca, and then he must prove his identity to his wife, Penelope, to reclaim his rightful place as king and husband.
Why didn't Odysseus kill the cyclops after it are two of his men?
Odysseus chose not to kill the cyclops after it ate two of his men because he realized that the cyclops was the only one who could move the massive boulder blocking the cave's entrance, enabling his escape with his remaining men. By blinding the cyclops instead of killing him, Odysseus was able to achieve his goal of escaping the cave.
Why does Odysseus make his two mistakes escaping from Polyphemus?
Odysseus makes the mistake of taunting Polyphemus and revealing his real name because of his pride and arrogance. These actions result in the Cyclops calling on his father Poseidon for revenge, causing further obstacles for Odysseus on his journey back home.
What are two situations in which Odysseus 'sbrain power was better than polyphemus's?
One example is when Odysseus outsmarted Polyphemus by devising a plan to escape from his cave by blinding him and then hiding under the sheep to leave undetected. Another example is when Odysseus tricked Polyphemus by giving him a false name, leading the Cyclops to underestimate him and not see through his deception.
What two men did Odysseus spare in the fight with the suitors?
Odysseus spares the lives of the minstrel Phemius and Medon the herald.
Who was cruel to Odysseus the begger?
the two main suitors
Who are the two main suitors in Odysseues' house?
The two main suitors in Odysseus' house are Antinous and Eurymachus. They are both prominent members of the group of suitors vying for Penelope's hand in marriage during Odysseus' absence.
what was Odysseus reasons for slaying all the suitors?
Odysseus had reasons for slaying the Suitors for two main reasons. One was for disrespecting him and his household. Two for being disloyal to Odysseus as ruler of Ithaca, in attempts to displace him by taking his wife.
Who are the two members of Odysseus' court who assist Odysseus and Telemachos in slaying the suitors?
Athene and Philotitus.
What does Odysseus do after the other suitors beg for their lives?
Odysseus listens to their pleas briefly before he orders his son Telemachus and two loyal servants to execute them. They are all killed as punishment for their disrespect and betrayal.
Who are the two people Odysseus reveals himself to?
To the suitors.
Whom does Odysseus trust to help him defeat the suitors?
Odysseus trusted his son, Telemachus to help him defeat the suitors. He also trusted his two faithful servants, Eumaeus and Philoeteus.
What was two disguises that Odysseus used in the story?
Odysseus used the alias, "nobody" with Polyphemos. Odysseus disguised as a beggar with the suitors. Hope this helped :)
In the book The Odyssey how did Odysseus kill the suitors?
Odysseus had asked his son to lock the armory so that the suitors cannot defend themselves. After successfully shooting an arrow through the holes of the twelve axes, Odysseus shoots Antinous in the throat, and the suitors realize who the beggar - Odysseus - is. They try to flee, then attempt to get Odysseus away from the door so that they can escape. While Odysseus continues to shoot the suitors down, his son, Telemachus, gets spears and shields from the armory. After Odysseus runs out of arrows, he and his son use the spears to kill the suitors. They are helped by two servants. Eventually, Athena, goddess of war, makes her presence known in the form of a shield, and the suitors give up hope, and are slaughtered. Odysseus had killed 108 men, including 12 servants who had betrayed Odysseus (the maids had slept with the suitors, and a servant had mocked Odysseus when he was a beggar).
Which characters are foils that contrast with Odysseus?
Two characters who contrast with Odysseus in "The Odyssey" are the suitors, who represent arrogance, greed, and disrespect, and Penelope, who embodies patience, loyalty, and cunning. The suitors' behavior highlights Odysseus's noble qualities, while Penelope's steadfastness serves as a counterpoint to Odysseus's long journey and trials.
Who are the Two people who are cruel to Odysseus the beggar?
The two people who are cruel to Odysseus the beggar are Melanthius, the goatherd, and Antinous, one of the suitors. They both mistreat and abuse Odysseus during his time disguised as a beggar in his own home.
