19-20 The Odyssey Summary

What makes Eurycleia recognize Odysseus?

• A scar on his leg

• His eyes

• She saw the dog's reaction to Odysseus

• None of the above

Why do you think Odysseus does not reveal himself to Penelope here? Why deceive and lie to her about his identity, while she continues to suffer the absence of her husband?

Who appears to Odysseus on the eve of his attack on the suitors?

• Penelope

• Eurycleia

• His dead mother

• Athena

What is the significance of Amphinomus' vision?

• Like the dove, they will also fall prey to forces beyond their control.

• Like the eagle, they will try to take control of their situation.

• Like Zeus' thunderbolts, they will have to be strong.