Land of the Dead - Close Read Guide

What does Odysseus seek in the Land of the Dead?

• Wisdom from Tiresias

• Immortality

• A way to defeat the Trojans

• The way home

What does Tiresias’ blindness suggest?

• It suggests insight and wisdom beyond physical sight.

• It indicates a lack of understanding and awareness.

• It symbolizes the inevitability of fate.

• It represents the power of the gods.

What is Odysseus supposed to do for Teiresias?

• Consult Teiresias for guidance

• Offer a sacrifice to Teiresias

• Ignore Teiresias' advice

• Challenge Teiresias to a duel

To whom is Odysseus speaking? List 3 people.

• Penelope, Telemachus, and Laertes

• Achilles, Agamemnon, and Ajax

• Circe, Calypso, and Polyphemus

• Tiresias, Elpenor and Anticlea

Who are Persephone and death? What is death’s name?

• Persephone is the goddess of spring and death is Hades.

• Persephone is the goddess of harvest and death is Thanatos.

• Persephone is the goddess of the underworld/harvest and death is Hades.

• Persephone is the goddess of spring and death is Thanatos.

Teiresias gives Odysseus a warning about the kine of Helios.

• Do not harm the kine of Helios, as it will lead to destruction.

• The kine of Helios are sacred and must be worshipped.

• The kine of Helios are dangerous and should be avoided.

• The kine of Helios will guide you home safely.

If Odysseus and his men raid the cattle, what will happen?

• They will be blessed by the gods.

• They will face the wrath of the gods.

• They will find hidden treasure.

• They will become immortal.

What prophecy does Odysseus receive?

• Odysseus will have a long journey home and face many challenges.

• Odysseus will become a king of a new land.

• Odysseus will find a treasure on his journey.

• Odysseus will never return home.

Judging from Teiresias’ prediction, which heroic qualities will Odysseus need to rely upon as he continues his journey?

• Courage, wisdom and strength

• Wisdom and cunning

• Patience and perseverance

• Loyalty and compassion