Odyssey Book 21

What does Telemachus's attempt to string the bow symbolize?

• His wish to leave Ithaca

• His growing strength and connection with his father

• His desire to become a suitor

• His fear of the suitors

Why does Antinous suggest postponing the contest?

• He wants to give the suitors more time to practice

• He is afraid of losing

• He is plotting something

• He wants to wait for a better day

Who does Odysseus reveal his identity to?

• Telemachus

• Penelope

• His loyal servants

• The suitors

What does Odysseus do after all the suitors fail the test?

• He helps the suitors

• He asks for a turn to string the bow

• He reveals his identity to everyone

• He leaves the contest

What marks the beginning of the exciting climax in the story?

• Telemachus's attempt

• Penelope's decision

• Odysseus stringing the bow

• The suitors' failure