The Iliad

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Who is Menelaus?

Back

He is the husband of Helen.

Front

What was the purpose of the Trojan Horse?

Back

The Trojan Horse was created to hide Spartan soldiers so they could ambush the Trojans.

Front

What does it mean to be impartial?

Back

Unbiased.

Front

What is an Achilles heel?

Back

A weakness.

Front

Why is Odysseus considered one of the heroes of the Trojan War?

Back

It was his idea to create the Trojan Horse.

Front

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

Back

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

Front

Who is Achilles?

Back

A Greek hero of the Trojan War, known for his strength and his only weakness, his heel.

Front

What role did Helen play in the Trojan War?

Back

Her abduction by Paris sparked the war.

Front

What is the concept of fate in The Iliad?

Back

Fate is a predetermined course of events that even the gods cannot change.

Front

What is the role of the gods in The Iliad?

Back

The gods intervene in human affairs, influencing the outcomes of battles and the fates of heroes.