The Odyssey Part 2 Test

What is Odysseus disguised as?

• A rich king.
• A knight.
• A beggar.
• He arrives as his true self.

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What is the challenge that Penelope creates for the suitors?

• They must shoot Odysseus' bow through a series of axe handles.
• The have to be able to pull Odysseus' bow.
• They have to win a sword fight.
• The men must prove how much money they have and what they will offer her for her hand in marriage.

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Why does Telemachus think Odysseus is a god at first?

• He believes it is the ghost of his father.
• He believes Odysseus is a god because he changed from a beggar to a handsome man.
• He showed up with other gods.
• He believes Odysseus is a god because he has powers that the average man does not.

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Why does Eurymachus feel that Odysseus should spare the rest of the suitors after killing Antinous?

• They take the blame for what they have done and are sorry.
• Antinous was holding them hostage.
• Antinous forced them to court Penelope.
• They were following Antinous and should not be held responsible.

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How does Penelope know that the beggar is truly her husband?

• She sees his face and immediately knows it is Odysseus.
• He knows the secret that the bed cannot be moved.
• She recognizes his voice.
• She refuses to believe that her husband is alive.

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For how many years was Odysseus away from his home in Ithaca?

• 10 years
• 15 years
• 20 years
• 25 years

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Argos/Argus is Odysseus’ dog who is now treated like rubbish.

• True
• False

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To whom does Odysseus reveal his identity during the contest?

• Athena
• Penelope
• Swineherd and cowherd
• Justin Bieber

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The first person Odysseus shoots with an arrow is:

• Agamemnon
• Antinous
• Menelaus
• Eurymachus

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The suitors lack access to what important items?

• Food & drink
• Showers
• Serving wenches
• Shields & weapons

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