"The Cyclops" Review

Front

What is the main reason Odysseus and his men escape from the Cyclops?

Back

They got away by hiding under the Cyclops's sheep.

Front

What effect do the Lotus Eater plants have on Odysseus's men?

Back

They make Odysseus's men forget about home and want to stay.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a problem faced by Odysseus and his men?

Back

Odysseus decides not to give his real name.

Front

Why are Odysseus and his men unable to run away from the Cyclops?

Back

They are trapped in the cave by a boulder.

Front

What motivates Odysseus and his men to enter the Cyclops's cave?

Back

They are hungry and want food.

Front

What is a Cyclops?

Back

A Cyclops is a mythical giant with a single eye in the center of their forehead.

Front

What lesson can be learned from Odysseus's encounter with the Cyclops?

Back

Cunning and intelligence can be more effective than brute strength.

Front

How does Odysseus identify himself to the Cyclops?

Back

He tells the Cyclops that his name is 'Nobody'.

Front

What is the significance of Odysseus's cleverness in the story?

Back

It highlights the theme of intelligence over strength.

Front

What role does Zeus play in the story of Odysseus and the Cyclops?

Back

Zeus is the god who oversees the fate of Odysseus and his men.