Unit 2 Multiple Choice Assessment

Front

Who was the ultimate hero of the Trojan War known for his wit?

Back

Odysseus

Front

Where must Odysseus travel to receive a prophecy about his fate?

Back

The Land of the Dead

Front

What happens to Odysseus' men when they disobey him and the gods?

Back

They die.

Front

What is the term for the opening of The Odyssey where the storyteller asks for divine help?

Back

Invocation of the Muse

Front

Who frequently intervenes in Odysseus' travels?

Back

The gods.

Front

What is the significance of Odysseus in Greek mythology?

Back

He represents the archetype of the clever hero.

Front

What role do the gods play in The Odyssey?

Back

They influence the events and outcomes of Odysseus' journey.

Front

What is the main theme of The Odyssey?

Back

The journey of self-discovery and the struggle for home.

Front

What literary device is used in The Odyssey to begin the story in the middle of the action?

Back

In Media Res.

Front

Who is the author of The Odyssey?

Back

Homer.