The Odyssey

What is an epic simile?

• A brief comparison in the form of a simile that is one line in length.

• A metaphor that is used to describe an epic poem.

• A type of simile that is only used in ancient literature.

• A detailed comparison in the form of a simile that is many lines in length.

What epic tale involves a journey home after the Trojan War?

• The Iliad

• The Odyssey

• The Aeneid

• Metamorphoses

What is the name of the Cyclops that Odysseus encounters in Book 9 of The Odyssey?

• Zeus

• Achilles

• Polyphemus

• Hector

How does Odysseus manage to escape from the cave of the Cyclops?

• By digging a tunnel

• By hiding under the bellies of sheep

• By overpowering the Cyclops

• By setting a fire

What clever trick does Odysseus use to prevent Polyphemus from identifying him?

• He disguises himself as a Cyclops

• He tells Polyphemus his name is "Nobody"

• He remains completely silent

• He uses a magic spell

What does Odysseus use to blind Polyphemus?

• A burning torch

• A poisoned arrow

• A sharp wooden stake

• A large rock

Who does Polyphemus pray to for revenge after being blinded?

• Zeus

• Athena

• Poseidon

• Hermes

Who is the main character of “The Odyssey?”

• Odysseus

• Troy

• Agamemnon

• Homer

What war did Odysseus leave home to fight?

• The Greek war

• The Trojan war

• The World war

• The Athenian war

The author of The Odyssey, even though he was blind.

• Joshua

• James I

• Homer

• Oligarch