from The Odyssey part 2 and Vocabulary Quiz

In “Twenty Years Gone,” why does Odysseus choose to disguise himself when he first returns home?

• He is ashamed of how he looks after the journey

• He wants to test the loyalty of his family and servants

• He is planning to leave Ithaca again

• He is afraid of being punished by the gods

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What emotion does Odysseus feel when he sees Argus?

• Confusion

• Joy

• Sadness and guilt

• Anger toward Eumaeus

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Why is the story of Argus important to the theme of loyalty?

• Argus represents how Ithaca has changed

• Argus's death shows the power of the gods

• Argus waited for Odysseus’s return, showing unwavering loyalty

• Argus protects Odysseus from the suitors

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In “The Suitors,” how does Odysseus react when Antinous insults him?

• He immediately reveals his true identity

• He becomes violent

• He patiently controls his anger

• He cries and leaves the hall

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Which best describes the tone Odysseus uses in “The Suitors” when he speaks to the suitors?

• Humble and nervous

• Bold and threatening

• Sarcastic and humorous

• Calm and controlled

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What is the best definition of craft as it is used in the text?

• A physical object made by hand

• A type of sailing ship

• Skill in deception or cleverness

• Artwork created by Penelope

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To dissemble most nearly means:

• To hide one's true feelings or identity

• To take apart or destroy

• To speak clearly and honestly

• To bring people together

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The word incredulity means:

• Excitement

• Disbelief or doubt

• Confidence

• Laughter

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The word bemusing most nearly means:

• Entertaining

• Confusing or puzzling

• Inspiring

• Dangerous

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Which sentence best uses the word guise correctly?

• He changed his guise to better understand the story.

• The guise of the room made it warmer.

• She wore a friendly guise, hiding her true anger.

• The guise was the name of her sword.

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