Odyssey Characters Quiz

Who is the main protagonist of "The Odyssey"?

• Achilles

• Odysseus

• Hector

• Paris

Answer explanation

The main protagonist of 'The Odyssey' is Odysseus.

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Which goddess assists Odysseus throughout his journey?

• Hera

• Athena

• Aphrodite

• Artemis

Answer explanation

Athena is the goddess who assists Odysseus throughout his journey in the epic poem 'The Odyssey' by Homer.

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Who is the wife of Odysseus?

• Helen

• Penelope

• Andromache

• Clytemnestra

Answer explanation

The wife of Odysseus is Penelope, making her the correct choice among the answer options.

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What is the name of Odysseus' son?

• Telemachus

• Orestes

• Paris

• Hector

Answer explanation

Odysseus' son is named Telemachus, making the correct choice Telemachus.

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Which character is known for their loyalty to Odysseus and waits for his return for 20 years?

• Circe

• Penelope

• Calypso

• Nausicaa

Answer explanation

Penelope is known for her loyalty to Odysseus and waits for his return for 20 years, making her the correct choice.

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Who is the king of the Phaeacians who helps Odysseus return to Ithaca?

• Alcinous

• Menelaus

• Agamemnon

• Nestor

Answer explanation

Alcinous is the king of the Phaeacians who helps Odysseus return to Ithaca.

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Which character is the swineherd who remains loyal to Odysseus?

• Eumaeus

• Melanthius

• Antinous

• Eurymachus

Answer explanation

Eumaeus is the swineherd who remains loyal to Odysseus.

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Who is the enchantress who turns Odysseus' men into pigs?

• Circe

• Calypso

• Nausicaa

• Scylla

Answer explanation

The enchantress who turns Odysseus' men into pigs is Circe.

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Which character is the Cyclops blinded by Odysseus?

• Polyphemus

• Charybdis

• Scylla

• Laestrygon

Answer explanation

The Cyclops is blinded by Odysseus is Polyphemus, as depicted in Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey.

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Who is the father of Odysseus?

• Laertes

• Peleus

• Priam

• Atreus

Answer explanation

The father of Odysseus is Laertes, making him the correct choice among the options provided.

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