The Odyssey Study Quiz

Odysseus is the _____ of an epic hero.

Odysseus's greatest flaw is his _____, or excessive pride.

The importance of loyalty and family, and the dangers of excessive pride are both common _____ in the Odyssey.

Wise, The Great, and Embattled are all _____ used to describe Odysseus.

Odysseus's father is King Laertes of Ithaca.

This is an example of what Epic Hero quality?

• Born into power

• Capable of greatness

• Supernatural friends and foes

• Local hero

Odysseus is known for his superior wit, strength and leadership.

This is an example of what Epic Hero quality?

• Born into power

• Capable of greatness

• Local Hero

• Humility gained or earned

Odysseus is already known as a hero of the Trojan War before the Odyssey begins.

This is an example of what Epic Hero quality?

• Born into power

• Capable of greatness

• A great fighter/warrior

• Travel

Odysseus is famous and well-known throughout Greece and his home of Ithaca.

This is an example of what Epic Hero quality?

• Capable of greatness

• A great fighter/warrior

• Travel

• Local Hero

Odysseus makes many mistakes due to his overconfidence and pride. He eventually learns to be more humble.

This is an example of what Epic Hero quality?

• Supernatural friends and foes

• Humility earned/gained

• Travel

• Born into power

Odysseus spends 20 years away from home, and visits many places.

This is an example of what Epic Hero quality?

• Humility gained/earned

• Travel

• Supernatural friends and foes

• Local legend/hero