Odyssey Part 1

Front

What motivates Odysseus to visit the island of the Cyclops?

Back

Curiosity.

Front

What event prompts Odysseus to leave his home in Ithaca?

Back

He leaves to fight in the war against Troy.

Front

What is the critical mistake Odysseus makes when interacting with Polyphemus?

Back

He reveals his real name.

Front

Identify the type of figurative language in the sentence: 'The Cyclops seemed rather a shaggy mountain reared in solitude.'

Back

Metaphor.

Front

What is the consequence for those who consume the Lotus given by the Lotus Eaters?

Back

They do not want to leave.

Front

What is the significance of Odysseus's curiosity in his journey?

Back

It drives him to explore new places but also leads to dangerous encounters.

Front

How does Odysseus's identity play a role in his encounter with Polyphemus?

Back

His identity is crucial as it leads to his downfall when he boasts about it.

Front

What lesson can be learned from Odysseus's encounter with the Cyclops?

Back

The importance of humility and the dangers of pride.

Front

What does the Lotus symbolize in Odysseus's journey?

Back

The Lotus symbolizes temptation and the loss of desire for home.

Front

How does the theme of homecoming manifest in Part 1 of the Odyssey?

Back

Odysseus's longing for Ithaca drives his actions and decisions.