The Odyssey

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What is the duration of Odysseus' journey in 'The Odyssey'?

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20 years

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What motivates Odysseus to embark on his journey in 'The Odyssey'?

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To get back home to Ithaca and his family.

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True or False: The cyclops in 'The Odyssey' respects the gods and goddesses.

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False

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True or False: Odysseus disguises himself as a god upon returning to Ithaca.

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False

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What is a simile?

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A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

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Who is the author of 'The Odyssey'?

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Homer.

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What is the significance of Ithaca in 'The Odyssey'?

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It is Odysseus' homeland and the ultimate destination of his journey.

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Name one major theme in 'The Odyssey'.

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The theme of loyalty, particularly in the relationship between Odysseus and Penelope.

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What role do the gods play in 'The Odyssey'?

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They influence the events of Odysseus' journey, often intervening on his behalf or against him.

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What is the literary term for a long narrative poem that tells the adventures of a hero?

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Epic.