The Odyssey: Book 9

Front

Uncivilized group of people who live in caves

Back

Cyclopes

Front

Who is the Cyclops' father?

Back

Poseidon

Front

What is the name of the Cyclops Odysseus blinds?

Back

Polyphemus

Front

Odysseus is famous for being

Back

cunning

Front

How did Odysseus and his men escape from the Cyclopes?

Back

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

Front

What is the main theme of Odysseus' encounter with the Cyclopes?

Back

The theme of cleverness and resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles.

Front

What does Odysseus use to blind Polyphemus?

Back

A sharpened wooden stake.

Front

What lesson does Odysseus learn from his encounter with the Cyclopes?

Back

The importance of humility and not revealing too much about oneself.

Front

What is the significance of the name 'Nohbdy' in Odysseus' plan?

Back

It is a clever trick to confuse Polyphemus, as he tells the Cyclopes that 'Nohbdy' is hurting him.

Front

How does Polyphemus react after being blinded?

Back

He calls for help from other Cyclopes, but they do not come because he says 'Nohbdy' is attacking him.