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Does Penelope recognize Odysseus when he is in his beggar's costume?
No, Penelope does not recognize that the beggar is Odysseus.
How is Penelope's interview with beggar ironic?
Penelope asks the beggar for information about Odysseus without realizing she is speaking to Odysseus himself!
Penelope believes that the beggar is?
Penelope believes that the beggar is her husband, Odysseus, who has returned home in disguise after being away for many years. She tests him by asking him to move their bed, a task only Odysseus could accomplish due to its special construction.
What tale does beggar tell Penelope?
The beggar tells Penelope a false story about meeting Odysseus and receiving news of his return. He claims to have met Odysseus and that he will soon return to reclaim his house and wife. Penelope later tests the beggar by asking for details about Odysseus, which the beggar fails to provide accurately.
Why does Penelope want to speak with the beggar?
The answer is booty
How is Penelope's interview with the beggar ironic?
Penelope's interview with the beggar is ironic because, unbeknownst to her, the beggar is actually her husband, Odysseus, in disguise. Despite spending years waiting for his return, Penelope fails to recognize him, showcasing her loyalty and patience. This encounter reveals the power of disguise and the testing of identity within the epic narrative.
Who does Penelope expect to win the bow contest?
The Beggar
What did Penelope ask the beggar when she seeking information about her husband?
Penelope asked the beggar what he remembered about Odysseus, what he looked like etc. The beggar was easily able to answer these questions. She asked these questions to ensure that the beggar was not just making up a story to get her hopes up. She made sure that the beggar truly had seen Odysseus.
What did Penelope ask the beggar ( Odysseus) when she was seeking information about her husband'?
Penelope asked the beggar what he remembered about Odysseus, what he looked like etc. The beggar was easily able to answer these questions. She asked these questions to ensure that the beggar was not just making up a story to get her hopes up. She made sure that the beggar truly had seen Odysseus.
What can be concluded from this passage None of the wooers appeal to Penelope. Penelope does not trust the nurse. Only one of the wooers appeals to Penelope. Penelope trusts the beggar.?
From the passage, it can be concluded that none of the wooers appeal to Penelope, as she does not show interest in any of them. Penelope's lack of trust in the nurse does not necessarily imply trust in the beggar, and there is no evidence given to suggest that only one of the wooers appeals to Penelope.
What did Penelope ask the beggar when she was seeking information about her husband?
Penelope asked the beggar what he remembered about Odysseus, what he looked like etc. The beggar was easily able to answer these questions. She asked these questions to ensure that the beggar was not just making up a story to get her hopes up. She made sure that the beggar truly had seen Odysseus.
What prediction does Odysseus give to Penelope?
The prediction Odysseus gives to Penelope and that Odyessus (which is himself but disguised as a beggar) will return
