The Voyage

Which of Odysseus' actions best demonstrates his respect for the Gods?

• He blinded Poseidon's son, the Cyclops.

• He gives up when he realizes Poseidon is trying to stop him.

• He feels like Athena is helping him by calming the waves.

• He throws the Ino's veil back into the sea.

Which character trait is best demonstrated by Odysseus in the passage?

• Cowardice

• Determination

• Selfishness

• Impatience

Select the correct answers. Which 3 sentences from the passage contains figurative language?

• He swam as fast as he could toward the wooden craft.

• A giant wave picked him up and carried him over the rocks toward the beach.

• The wind roared from the north, south, east, and west.

• A sea goddess was floating like a gull on top of the waves.

Which word from the passage have both a prefix and suffix?

• Unstoppable

• Captured

• Mercifully

• Swimming

Which of the following phrases from the passage contains figurative language?

• Odysseus reached the shore and collapsed onto the sand.

• The sea was completely calm, and the waves barely touched the shore.

• He pulled himself onto a wooden plank and held on tightly as he drifted towards the land.

• Like a farmer spreading ashes over the embers of his fire, he tried to protect the last spark of like within him.

What role does the setting of the storm play in the passage?

• It tests Odysseus strength and endurance

• It helps Odysseus rest after his long journey

• It shows that Poseidon has forgiven him

• It makes Odysseus realize he should return to Calypso

Which sentence summarizes the passage?

• Odysseus faces a storm at sea but eventually washes up on a sandy beach.

• Odysseus receives help from a sea goddess when he is drowning.

• Odysseus battles through a storm and finally reaches land with the help of the gods.

• Odysseus struggles to survive in the ocean but never makes it to land.

What is the main conflict Odysseus faces in the passage?

• He must convince the White Goddess to help him.

• The storm unexpectedly washes him off his raft.

• He must survive Poseidon storm and reach land safely.

• He was stuck on Calypso's island for a long time.

How is Odysseus journey the same in "The Odyssey Begins" and "The Voyage"?

• In the both passages, Odysseus receives direct help from the gods to ensure his safety.

• In both passages, Odysseus struggles against the forces of nature to survive.

• In both passages, Odysseus faces challenges while traveling with his crew.

• In both passages, Odysseus begins his journey immediately after the Trojan war.

Which theme is shared between both passages?

• A hero overcomes many hardships in their journey.

• The Gods always protect humans from harm.

• A true leader takes care of his crew first.

• The ocean is a safe place for all travelers.