The Cyclops

Which trait of an epic hero does Odysseus show when he ties his men to the rams? 

• honesty
• courage
• craftiness
• Strength

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Who is Polyphemus' (the Cyclops) dad?

• Zeus
• Poseidon
• Odysseus
• Atreus

What does the Cyclops do in the cave?

• farm crops
• make wine from grape vineyards
• raise sheep and make cheese
• carves tools from wood

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How many men does Odysseus take with him to scout out the Cyclops?

• 10
• 5
• 12
• 20

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What special item does Odysseus bring with him that proves to be useful in his encounter with the cyclops? 

• stake
• sword
• Lotus
• Wine

What does Odysseus do that proves to be rather foolish and show that he has flaws in his overconfidence? 

• He taunts the Cyclops despite his men' wishes
• He leaves a few men behind in the cave
• He stabs the Cyclops ins the liver
• He gives the Cyclops all his wine

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What god/goddess does Odysseus pray to for help in getting out of his situation in the cave?

• Zeus
• Posiedon
• Hera
• Athena

How does Odysseus react when the Cyclops offers a peace treaty?

• He gladly accepts
• He adamantly refuses out of pride and mocks him
• He charges and attempts to kill him
• He says he will consider it later after the Cyclops proves himself

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How does the Cyclops become blinded?

• A god curses him
• He accidentally burns it on the embers of the fire
• Odysseus and his men shove a stake into it
• Odysseus shots an arrow into it

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The Cyclops reacts to Odysseus' taunting by

• Chasing after the boat
• Mocking and shouting back at him
• Going back into the cave and ignores him
• Throws giant rocks at the boat

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