Lotus Eaters

Why does Odysseus send 3 men to explore the land of the Lotus Eaters?

• Odysseus wants to know who lives there

• The men are searching for parts for their boat

• The men want to explore the island

• Odysseus knows a man who lives on the island.

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In the beginning of "The Lotus Eaters" why is Odysseus unable to reach home?

• The current and a wind threw him off course

• There was a giant storm

• His boat sank

• His boat hit an iceberg.

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How does Odysseus show leadership and take control while on the land of the Lotus-Eaters?

• Odysseus leaves his men on the land of the Lotus-Eaters because they didn't want to leave

• Odysseus does waits for his men and does nothing

• Odysseus prays for Zeus's help

• Odyssus finds his men and brings them back to the ships and ties them down so that they can sail once again

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What did Odysseus instruct three of his men to do once they landed on the island of the Lotus?

• To investigate the land and learn about the people who live there

• To guard the ships while Odysseus goes and investigates the land

• To grab all of the lotus they could get their hands on

• To back away and start sailing to Ithaca

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Odysseus' crew ate their flowers which made them forget their home

• Lotus-Eaters

• Poseidon

• Charybdis

• Aeolus

• The Sirens

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What is the main effect of the lotus plant on Odysseus' men in 'The Odyssey'?

• It makes them fall asleep

• It causes them to forget their desire to return home

• It gives them superhuman strength

• It makes them sick

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In 'The Odyssey', how does Odysseus prevent his men from eating the lotus?

• He ties them to the ship

• He warns them about the dangers

• He offers them a better meal

• He leaves them on the island

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What literary device is used in the description of the Lotus Eaters in 'The Odyssey'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Alliteration

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Which of the following best describes the Lotus Eaters in 'The Odyssey'?

• Aggressive and hostile

• Friendly but dangerous

• Mysterious and silent

• Helpful and kind

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What theme is highlighted by the encounter with the Lotus Eaters in 'The Odyssey'?

• The importance of homecoming

• The power of temptation

• The value of friendship

• The danger of pride

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