The Odyssey Review Game

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Hermes

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messenger of the gods

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Zeus

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King of all the gods

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Flashback in literature

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A narrative technique where the story interrupts to recount earlier events.

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Helios

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god of the sun

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Tiresias

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Blind prophet that lives in Hades.

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Odysseus

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The main character of The Odyssey, known for his cleverness and resourcefulness.

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Phaeacia

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The kingdom where Odysseus recounts his adventures to King Alcinous.

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Epic poetry

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A long narrative poem that recounts the adventures of heroic figures.

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Invocation to the Muse

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A traditional opening in epic poetry where the poet calls upon a muse for inspiration.

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Polyphemus

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A Cyclops and son of Poseidon, encountered by Odysseus.