Unit 6: Epic Heroes and The Odyssey – Quiz

What flaw of Odysseus is foreshadowed in lines 75–77 of The Cyclops?

• Humility

• Overconfidence

• Caution

• Compassion

Which of the following is a character flaw Odysseus exhibits in The Cyclops episode?

• Cowardice

• Deception

• Arrogance

• Indecision

How does the Cyclops’s behavior in lines 386–397 contradict earlier expectations?

• He becomes polite after being hostile

• He offers Odysseus a gift

• He turns from a brutal captor into a generous host

• He shifts from welcoming to violent

What likely consequence will result from the Cyclops’s prayer to Poseidon?

• Odysseus will be granted safe passage

• The Cyclops will lose his powers

• Odysseus will face further divine obstacles

• Poseidon will forgive Odysseus

In the Sirens episode, what contrast is created by their song?

• It sounds chaotic but is beautiful

• It promises knowledge but leads to death

• It praises heroes but insults Odysseus

• It speaks of gods but causes storms

Why does Homer introduce the contrast between the Sirens’ song and its effect on sailors?

• To foreshadow Odysseus’s death

• To emphasize how irresistible beauty can hide danger

• To celebrate feminine power

• To create sympathy for the Sirens

What makes Odysseus an “epic hero”?

• His skill in warfare alone

• His godlike perfection

• His brave deeds and cultural values

• His romantic pursuits

Which of the following is a universal theme found in The Odyssey?

• Jealousy between gods

• Power of wealth

• Importance of fame

• Triumph of cleverness over strength

Which is not a trait of an epic poem?

• Elevated language

• Global or national significance

• Comic tone and satire

• Long, adventurous journeys

Which statement best explains the concept of an archetype in epic literature?

• A poetic device used to create sound patterns

• A common character type or symbol found across cultures and time periods