The Odyssey Final Assessment

Front

What product stopped Odysseus' men from hearing the Sirens' song?

Back

Beeswax

Front

Who does Odysseus see in the Underworld?

Back

His mother

Front

What point-of-view is The Odyssey written in?

Back

First person and Third Person

Front

What must the suitors do to win Penelope's hand?

Back

String Odysseus' bow and shoot an arrow through 12 ax rings.

Front

What does Penelope weave and unweave every night to fool the suitors?

Back

A shroud.

Front

What is the main theme of The Odyssey?

Back

The journey of Odysseus and the struggle to return home.

Front

Who is the author of The Odyssey?

Back

Homer.

Front

What is the significance of the Sirens in The Odyssey?

Back

They represent temptation and the dangers of losing focus on one's goals.

Front

What role does Athena play in The Odyssey?

Back

She is Odysseus' protector and guide.

Front

What is the relationship between Odysseus and Telemachus?

Back

Telemachus is Odysseus' son.