The Odyssey Sections 8-9 Quiz

What does Athena tell Odysseus about the situation at home?

• Athena informs Odysseus about the suitors in his home trying to marry Penelope and behaving recklessly.
• Athena tells Odysseus that his home has been destroyed by a natural disaster and he should not return.
• Athena informs Odysseus that his home has been taken over by friendly travelers who are helping Penelope.
• Athena tells Odysseus that his home is peaceful and everyone is eagerly awaiting his return.

Why was Telemachus initially doubtful in his father, Odysseus?

• Odysseus's appearance changed, which lead Telemachus to believe he was a god.

• Odysseus was talking in a different accent.

• Odysseus was speaking in a different language.

• Odysseus was walking differently than normal.

How does Odysseus tell his son to react if the suitors "practice shots" on Odysseus?

• Join them in their revelry
• Ignore them completely
• Hold your anger and refrain from acknowledging Odysseus

• Confront them immediately

Who is Argus?

• Argus is a famous painter in the Renaissance period.
• Argus is a character in Norse mythology known for his speed.
• Argus is a type of flower found in South America.
• Argus is Odysseus's elderly dog.

Based on the following quote from the textbook, what do you think the term dissemble means?

"Odysseus, master of landways and seaways, dissemble to your son no longer now. The time has come."

• conceal; disguise

• trap

• hide away

• assemble

Based on the following quote from the textbook, what does the word incredulity mean?

"Only Telemachus, uncomprehending, wild with incredulity , cried out: 'You cannot be my father Odysseus!'"

• certainty
• disbelief or skepticism
• acceptance
• trust

Using context clues, what can the word "cutter" mean?

"By night over the open ocean, while I slept, they brought me in their cutter, set me down on Ithaca, with gifts of bronze and gold and stores of woven things."

• airplane
• small boat
• knife
• big boat

Who are shirkers?

• Individuals who take responsibility seriously
• People who avoid work or responsibility, especially in a dishonest way.
• People who work diligently
• Those who are always honest

What does it mean to bemuse something or someone?

• To stupify or muddle

• To clarify or explain
• To enlighten or educate
• To amuse or entertain

Based on the following quote in the textbook, where is a megaron located in a house?

"Eumaeus crossed the court and went straight forward into the megaron among the suitors."

• In the kitchen
• In the attic
• In the garden
• The central hall of the house