What is the term used to describe excessive pride or arrogance, often leading to downfall, as seen in Odysseus' actions?

Themes in the Odyssey

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Hubris
Temptation
Deception
Fate
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which theme involves characters being tested by challenges such as the sirens' song and Helios' cattle?
Homecoming
Temptation
Justice
Vengeance
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the central purpose of the Odyssey, involving Odysseus' return to his family?
Deception
Fate
Homecoming
Justice
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is deception portrayed in the Odyssey, particularly in the actions of gods and mortals?
As a sign of weakness
As a form of justice
As a tool for revealing truth
As a negative trait
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What overarching theme connects the events in the Odyssey, involving divine guidance and destiny?
Vengeance
Fate
Temptation
Hubris
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is justice considered a key principle in the Odyssey?
It is a form of deception
It ensures the gods' satisfaction
It prevents homecoming
It leads to Odysseus' downfall
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What action does Odysseus take to appease Poseidon, demonstrating the theme of justice?
Slaughtering the suitors
Placing an oar inland
Avoiding the sirens
Blinding the Cyclops
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