D.O.L. Feb. 23 Odysseus & The Sirens

According to the text, what is the most likely effect of the Sirens' song?

• 1. The Sirens' song is a threat to the safety of the crew.

• 1. The Sirens' song is a harmonious melody that captivates the soul.

• 1. The Sirens' song has a calming effect on the turbulent sea.

• The Sirens’ song mends tumultuous relationships.

1. According to lines 7-10, what does Odysseus want his men to do?

• 1. Hold him down and cover his ears.

• 1. Let him follow the Sirens' music.

• 1. Bind him but let him hear the Sirens' music.

• Bind themselves to the ship.

1. Read the line below:

         Now every sail we furl, each oar we ply"? (Line 17)

          What can the reader conclude about the significance of this line as it relates to the crew?

• 1. The crew is preparing to confront the Sirens.

• 1. The crew is getting ready to depart from the Siren shores.

• 1. The crew is actively engaged in blocking the Sirens' song.

• The crew is adjusting their sails and oars to enhance the musical experience.
  
  

What can the reader conclude about Odysseus' attitude towards the Sirens' song? Choose 2 answers.

• 1. Odysseus is eager to listen to the Sirens' song.

• 1. Odysseus recognizes the danger and takes precautions.

• Odysseus believes the Sirens' song holds valuable knowledge.

• 1. Odysseus thinks the Sirens' song is harmless.
     
     

1. Part A: As they travel through the land of the Sirens, how do Odysseus’ men avoid falling under the Sirens’ spell?

• 1. Odysseus ties them up.

• 1. Odysseus plugs their ears.

• 1. They look only at their oars.

• 1. They listen only to Odysseus.

Part B: Which of the lines below best supports the answer to Part A?

• a.     “... Sirens / weaving a haunting song over the sea / we are to shun, she

  said, and their green shore / all sweet with clover; yet she urged that I /

  alone should listen to their song....”

• a.     “... Therefore / you are to tie me up, tight as a splint, / erect along the

  mast, lashed to the mast, / and if I shout and beg to be untied, / take

  more turns of the rope to muffle me.”

• a.     “The lovely voices in ardor appealing over the water / made me crave to

  listen, and I tried to say / ‘Untie me!’ to the crew, jerking my brows; /

  but they bent steady to the oars....”

• a.     “... My faithful company / rested on their oars now, peeling off / the wax

  that I had laid thick on their ears; / then set me free.”