"Sailing from Troy," "The Lotus Eaters," "The Cyclops"

What does Odysseus reveal about his identity when introducing himself to the Phaeacians?

• He is a skilled warrior feared by all.

• He is the son of Zeus.

• He is known for his cleverness and guile.

• He is a simple fisherman from Ithaca.

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What motivates Odysseus to continue his journey despite the challenges he faces?

• Desire for wealth and fame.

• Loyalty to his crew.

• Love for his family and home.

• Fear of the gods.

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From whose point of view is the story primarily told in Sailing from Troy?

• Homer’s narration.

• Calypso’s perspective.

• Odysseus’ first-person narration.

• Zeus’ perspective.

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What can we infer about Odysseus’ leadership from the incident with the Lotus-Eaters?

• He cares about his men and works to protect them from danger.

• He doesn't notice when his men are in trouble.

• He punishes his men harshly for disobedience.

• He is easily distracted by temptation and loses focus on the journey.

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Part A: What does Odysseus' encounter with the Lotus-Eaters reveal about his leadership?

• He is easily distracted from his mission.

• He is protective and ensures his men stay on course.

• He is indifferent to the actions of his men.

• He encourages his men to enjoy themselves when possible.

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Part B: Which quote from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• "I dragged them back, wailing, to the ships, bound them under the benches..."

• "Once they ate the honeyed fruit of the lotus, they lost all desire to send a message back..."

• "But I brought them back, back to the hollow ships."

• "No man can resist the sweetness of the lotus fruit."

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Which of the following best summarizes the events of "Sailing from Troy"?

• After leaving Troy, Odysseus’s men foolishly raid the Cicones, leading to a counterattack that forces them to retreat with heavy losses.

• Odysseus and his men sail smoothly from Troy, but they encounter a storm that delays their journey to Ithaca.

• Odysseus leaves Troy with his fleet and immediately faces challenges when his men land on an island, angering the gods.

• After leaving Troy, Odysseus and his men become lost at sea, battling fierce storms and sea monsters along the way.

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What is the primary reason Odysseus and his men face challenges on their journey?

• The wrath of the gods.

• Their own greed and recklessness.

• Natural disasters.

• Internal conflicts among the crew.

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How does Odysseus demonstrate his cleverness in dealing with the Cyclops?

• By offering the Cyclops a gift.

• By hiding under the sheep to escape.

• By challenging the Cyclops to a duel.

• By negotiating a truce with the Cyclops.

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In the episode with the Cyclops, what inference can be made about Odysseus based on how he defeats Polyphemus?

• Odysseus is reckless and makes rash decisions.

• Odysseus is quick-thinking and strategic in dangerous situations.

• Odysseus prefers to rely on brute strength to solve problems.

• Odysseus is hesitant and unsure of how to lead his men.

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