The Odyssey pt.2 (Review)

In "Odysseus Returns," what disguise does Odysseus adopt upon his return to Ithaca?

• A beggar

• A soldier

• A merchant

• A priest

What is the significance of Argus in "Argus"?

• He is a loyal servant of Odysseus

• He is a fierce enemy of Odysseus

• He is a magical creature guarding a treasure

• He is a faithful dog awaiting Odysseus' return

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The suitors in "The Suitors" are (a)   .

• Men competing for a royal title
• Men vying for Penelope's hand in marriage
• Warriors seeking revenge on Odysseu
• Servants plotting against Telemachu

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What does Penelope do to delay remarriage in "Penelope"?

• She sets up a series of difficult challenges for suitors

• She leaves Ithaca in search of Odysseus

• She pretends to be ill and confined to her chambers

• She disguises herself as a beggar and hides in the palace

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What is "Penelope's Test" in the story?

• A series of riddles posed by Penelope to her suitors

• A trial of strength and skill set by Penelope for Odysseus

• A test of identity and loyalty devised by Penelope

• A challenge to prove one's worthiness as a husband

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Who recognizes Odysseus upon his return to Ithaca?

• His faithful dog, Argus

• His son, Telemachus

• His old friend, Eumaeus

• His wife, Penelope

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How does Argus react upon seeing Odysseus (disguised as a beggar) again?

• He attacks Odysseus out of fear

• He ignores Odysseus and continues to sleep

• He dies peacefully after waiting patiently for Odysseus to return

• He alerts the suitors

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What is the final fate of the suitors in the story?

• They are forgiven by Odysseus and allowed to leave Ithaca

• They are imprisoned by Odysseus and forced into hard labor

• They are killed by Odysseus and his allies

• They flee Ithaca in fear of Odysseus' wrath

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Who helps Odysseus carry out his revenge against the suitors?

• Athena

• Poseidon

• Zeus

• Hermes

What is the final outcome of Penelope's test for the suitors?

• None of them can complete the task

• Only one suitor, Eurymachus, succeeds

• Only Odysseus is able to string the bow and shoot through the axe heads

• The suitors cheat and use magic to complete the challenge

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