The Odyssey Review!

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What does Odysseus learn about his return home in the Underworld?

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He will return home alone.

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How does Eurycleia recognize Odysseus despite his disguise?

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By a scar.

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What type of intervention is characteristic of an epic?

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Divine intervention from the gods or other supernatural forces.

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How do the men of Odysseus die?

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They drown from a big storm at sea caused by Zeus.

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What do the men do before eating the cattle of the Sun God?

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They perform a ritual of sacrifice first, then eat.

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Who is Calypso in relation to Odysseus?

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A nymph who longs for Odysseus.

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What role does Circe play in Odysseus's journey?

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She is a sorceress who initially tricks Odysseus.

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What is the significance of the scar on Odysseus?

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It serves as a mark of identity that reveals his true self to Eurycleia.

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What is an epic?

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

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What is the role of the gods in The Odyssey?

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They intervene in human affairs, influencing the outcomes of events.