The Odyssey Final Test

Front

What event does The Odyssey begin at the end of?

Back

The Trojan War.

Front

Who is the hero of The Odyssey?

Back

Odysseus.

Front

How does Zeus punish Odysseus and his men?

Back

He hits their ship with a thunderbolt.

Front

What invaluable gift does Aeolus give Odysseus?

Back

A bag of winds.

Front

What product stopped Odysseus' men from hearing a song that would cause them to crash?

Back

Beeswax.

Front

What is the main theme of The Odyssey?

Back

The journey of self-discovery and the struggle to return home.

Front

Who is Penelope in The Odyssey?

Back

The wife of Odysseus, known for her loyalty and cleverness.

Front

What role does Telemachus play in The Odyssey?

Back

He is the son of Odysseus who embarks on a journey to find his father.

Front

What is the significance of the Trojan War in The Odyssey?

Back

It sets the stage for Odysseus' long journey home.

Front

Who is the goddess that assists Odysseus throughout his journey?

Back

Athena.