The Odyssey by Gillian Cross Chapters 7-9

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Where did Telemachus meet his father for the first time since he left to fight in the war with Troy?

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Telemachus met Odysseus in the swineherd Eumaeus's hut.

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Who met Odysseus on the beach of Ithaca and warned him not to go to his palace alone?

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Athene warned Odysseus not to go to his palace alone.

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Why didn’t Eumaeus recognize Odysseus when he returned?

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Eumaeus did not recognize Odysseus because Athene had disguised him as an old beggar.

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What did Odysseus do with the suitors who had disrespected his palace?

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Odysseus killed nearly all of the suitors and allowed only a few to escape.

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How did Penelope decide she would choose her next husband?

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Penelope decided to choose the suitor who could string Odysseus's great bow and shoot an arrow through the loops of ten axes.

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What is the significance of Eumaeus in Odysseus's journey?

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Eumaeus represents loyalty and hospitality, providing Odysseus with shelter and support.

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What role does Athene play in Odysseus's return to Ithaca?

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Athene acts as a protector and guide for Odysseus, helping him navigate challenges.

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What does Odysseus's disguise symbolize in the story?

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Odysseus's disguise symbolizes the themes of identity and the cleverness required to reclaim his home.

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How does Penelope's character demonstrate loyalty?

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Penelope remains faithful to Odysseus, waiting for his return despite pressure to remarry.

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What lesson can be learned from Odysseus's treatment of the suitors?

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Odysseus's treatment of the suitors teaches about justice and the consequences of disrespect.