Final Review (The Odyssey)

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in medias res

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in the middle of things

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Odysseus' human side

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weeps upon meeting Elpenor's ghost in Hades

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Cultural value lacking in Cyclopes

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Structured life in a well-organized society

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Odysseus and the Cyclops

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an exciting challenge

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Definition of Epic

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Long narrative poem about important events in history or folklore

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Penelope's test for Odysseus

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Pretends to move their marriage bed

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Cultural value in ancient Greece:

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Revenge is justified, even killing.

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Laertes' son: Odysseus' loyalty

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to his family

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Role of Zeus in Odysseus' adventures

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Protects Odysseus

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Greek values on princes' emotions

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Not expected to display emotion