THE ODYSSEY - BOOK 12

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How did Odysseus' men die?

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Helios threatened to stop shining the sun if they didn't make a sacrifice, leading Zeus to throw a lightning bolt that killed all of Odysseus' men and destroyed his ship.

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Where did Odysseus end up at the end of Book 12?

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Odysseus ended up on Calypso's island.

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What warning did Circe give about the death of Odysseus' crew?

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Circe warned that if they took Helios' cattle, he would desire revenge.

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What monsters do Odysseus and his men encounter first according to Circe?

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The Sirens.

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What did Zeus do to appease Helios after Odysseus's men ate his cattle?

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Zeus sank Odysseus's ship.

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Who is Helios in 'The Odyssey'?

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Helios is the sun god who owns the sacred cattle that Odysseus' men eat.

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

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The Sirens are creatures that lure sailors to their deaths with their enchanting music.

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What is Scylla in 'The Odyssey'?

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Scylla is a female monster with six heads that devours sailors.

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What is Charybdis in 'The Odyssey'?

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Charybdis is a sea monster that creates a whirlpool, threatening to swallow ships.

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What role does fate play in 'The Odyssey'?

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Fate is a central theme, influencing the characters' destinies and the consequences of their choices.

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