The Odyssey Book III

Who is the king that Telemachus visits in Book III of "The Odyssey"?

• King Menelaus

• King Nestor

• King Agamemnon

• King Priam

Which character accompanies Telemachus to Pylos?

• Athena

• Odysseus

• Penelope

• Eurycleia

What is the main purpose of Telemachus’s visit to King Nestor?

• To ask for money

• To find news about his father, Odysseus

• To declare war

• To get married

Which of the following best describes King Nestor’s role in Book III?

• He is a rival to Telemachus

• He is a wise elder who shares stories and advice

• He is a suitor of Penelope

• He is a messenger from the gods

Summarize the main event that takes place during the feast at Pylos.

• Telemachus challenges Nestor to a duel

• Nestor tells stories of the Trojan War and offers hospitality

• Athena reveals herself to everyone

• Odysseus returns home

How does Nestor advise Telemachus to proceed in his search for Odysseus?

• To return home immediately

• To visit Menelaus in Sparta for more information

• To give up hope

• To sail to Troy

Which of the following best explains why Athena disguises herself during the journey?

• To test Telemachus’s bravery

• To avoid being recognized by the suitors

• To protect Telemachus and guide him safely

• To steal treasure from Nestor

What is the significance of the sacrifices made at Pylos in the narrative structure of Book III?

• They show the characters’ respect for the gods and set a tone of piety

• They are used to bribe Nestor

• They are a distraction from the main plot

• They cause a storm

Interpret the advice Nestor gives to Telemachus about dealing with challenges and adversity. What does this reveal about Nestor’s character and values?

• Nestor encourages Telemachus to be patient, seek wise counsel, and trust in the gods, showing his wisdom and faith

• Nestor tells Telemachus to act recklessly and ignore others

• Nestor advises Telemachus to give up his quest

• Nestor refuses to give any advice

Discuss how the structure of Book III, with its use of storytelling and flashbacks, contributes to the development of the plot and characters.

• It provides background information and helps Telemachus learn from past events, deepening his understanding and growth

• It confuses the reader and distracts from the main story

• It is used only to praise Nestor

• It delays the action without purpose