The Odyssey - Book 9
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main effect of the lotus plant on Odysseus' men?
Back
The lotus plant makes them want to stay and forget their home.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does Odysseus demonstrate leadership when his men eat the lotus plant?
Back
He drags them back on their boats to prevent them from staying with the lotus-eaters.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Polyphemus' reaction when he discovers Odysseus blinded him?
Back
He asks his father, Poseidon, to seek revenge on Odysseus.
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are Odysseus and his men trapped in Polyphemus' cave?
Back
A large stone is blocking the entrance.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.10
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who is Polyphemus in 'The Odyssey'?
Back
Polyphemus is a Cyclops, a one-eyed giant.
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What lesson can be learned from Odysseus' encounter with the lotus-eaters?
Back
The encounter teaches the importance of resisting temptation and staying focused on one's goals.
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does Odysseus use to blind Polyphemus?
Back
Odysseus uses a sharpened wooden stake to blind Polyphemus.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.8.10
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