Flashcard on the Trojan War_M

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What effect did the lotus flowers have on Odysseus's men?

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They caused them to forget their past.

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Which emotion did Odysseus feel as he set sail from Troy after the victory?

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Happiness.

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What does Odysseus use to create a sharp stake to blind the Cyclops?

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A piece of wood from the cave.

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What is the name of the giant that Odysseus encounters in the cave?

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Polyphemus.

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What did the Greeks find when they entered the Cyclop's cave?

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Young goats, lambs, cheese, and goat milk.

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What is the significance of the Trojan War in Greek mythology?

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It represents the conflict between the Greeks and Trojans, leading to the fall of Troy.

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Who was the hero of the Trojan War known for his strength and bravery?

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Achilles.

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What was the purpose of the Trojan Horse?

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To deceive the Trojans and gain entry into the city of Troy.

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What role did Helen play in the Trojan War?

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Her abduction by Paris sparked the war.

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What is the Iliad?

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An epic poem by Homer that recounts events during the Trojan War.