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What trick does Odysseus devise to get past the blinded cyclops?
His men tied themselves to the bellies of Polyphemus' sheep.
What tricks does Odysseus perform on the cyclops?
Odysseus tricks the Cyclops Polyphemus by introducing himself as "Nobody," so that when he blinds the giant, Polyphemus cannot call for help, saying that "Nobody" is attacking him. He also gets the Cyclops drunk with wine, which makes him more vulnerable. Finally, Odysseus escapes by hiding under the bellies of Polyphemus's sheep, allowing him and his men to slip out of the cave undetected.
14. What two tricks does Odysseus play on the Cyclops?
Odysseus tricks the Cyclops, Polyphemus, by first telling him that his name is "Nobody." When Polyphemus is blinded by Odysseus and calls for help, he tells the other Cyclopes that "Nobody" is attacking him, so they do not come to his aid. Later, Odysseus also uses cleverness to escape by hiding his men under the sheep as they leave the cave, allowing them to avoid being caught by the blind Cyclops.
What is the plural of trick?
The plural of trick is tricks.
What plan does Odysseus use to trick the sirens?
Odysseus devises a clever plan to outsmart the Sirens by having his crew plug their ears with beeswax so they cannot hear the Sirens' enchanting song. He also orders them to tie him to the mast of the ship, instructing them not to release him, no matter how much he begs. This way, while he can hear the Sirens without succumbing to their allure, he ensures his crew remains focused on navigating safely past them.
What lie does Odysseus tell Polyphemus?
Odysseus tells Polyphemus that his name is "Nobody" when asked for his name. This allows Odysseus to trick Polyphemus when he later blinds him and Polyphemus calls for help, claiming that "Nobody" is attacking him.
What name does Odysseus call himself to the monster?
Odysseus calls himself "Nobody" to trick the Cyclops Polyphemus in the Odyssey. This clever trick allows Odysseus to escape when he blinds Polyphemus and the other Cyclopes ask who harmed him. Polyphemus replies that "Nobody" has harmed him, so they do not come to his aid.
Why does Polyphemus show courtesy to Odysseus and his men?
Polyphemus attempts to trick Odysseus and his men into revealing where their ship is, among other information. There is no need for him to be overtly antagonistic until he wants to eat the men.
What trick does Odysseus devise to get past the blinded cyclops?
His men tied themselves to the bellies of Polyphemus' sheep.
How does Odysseus trick Polyphemus into getting drunk?
Odysseus simply offers the cyclops wine. The cyclops has never had wine, so has a low tolerance to alcohol.
What is an explanation of Polyphemus' curse?
Odysseus and his men trick, then blind the Cyclops Polyphemus. So, he prays to his father, Poseidon, god of the sea and earthquakes, and asks him to put a curse on Odysseus and his men. Poseidon does and the curse torments them for the rest of their voyage.
What was Polyphemus's relation to Odysseus?
Polyphemus was the son of Poseidon, who hated Odysseus.
What valuable trait does Odysseus use to get away from the cyclops?
Odysseus uses his wiliness, cleverness, forethought, leadership, strength, mechanical aptitude, and improvisational skills to get away from the cyclops Polyphemus.
What name did Odysseus use to trick the cyclops?
Odysseus tricked the Cyclops Polyphemus by telling him that his name was "Nobody." When Odysseus later blinded Polyphemus and the Cyclops called for help, he told the other Cyclopes that "Nobody" was attacking him, leading them to believe he was not in danger. This clever ruse allowed Odysseus and his men to escape from the island safely.
Why are the cyclops surprised it was Odysseus?
Polyphemus hadn't known that it was Odysseus in his house. Odysseus had lied and told Polyphemus (the cyclops) that his name was Nobody. Odysseus and his crew had also blinded Polyphemus.
Was Polyphemus Odysseus' first mate?
No. Polyphemus and Odysseus become mortal enemies.
Who is Polyphemus and what is his relation to Odysseus?
Polyphemus was the son of Poseidon, who hated Odysseus. Polyphemus knew nothing of Odysseus until he found Odysseus and his men in Polyphemus' cave, although he was once told by the sage Telemus that he would be blinded someday by a man named Odysseus.
