The Lotus Eaters in The Odyssey

Mrs. Olson reads a section from 'The Odyssey' by Homer, focusing on the encounter with the Lotus Eaters. The story begins with Zeus sending a storm against the ships, causing chaos and forcing the crew to struggle at sea for nine days. They eventually reach the land of the Lotus Eaters, where some crew members are tempted by the lotus flower, which makes them forget their desire to return home. Odysseus manages to rescue them and they continue their journey.

What is the title of the section from 'The Odyssey' being read?

• The Underworld

• The Cyclops

• The Sirens

• The Lotus Eaters

Who sends a storm against the ships?

• Poseidon

• Zeus

• Hera

• Apollo

What do the crew members do to survive the storm?

• They drop the yards and unship the oars

• They abandon ship

• They pray to the gods

• They fight the storm with magic

What happens after the crew sets sail again?

• They find treasure

• They encounter a sea monster

• They are driven off course by a current

• They reach their homeland

How many days does the crew drift before reaching the Lotus Eaters?

• Three days

• Twelve days

• Five days

• Nine days

What do the Lotus Eaters offer to the crew?

• The sweet lotus flower

• Weapons

• A map

• Gold

What effect does the lotus flower have on those who eat it?

• It makes them fall asleep

• It gives them visions of the future

• It causes them to forget their homeland

• It makes them stronger

How does Odysseus respond to the crew members who ate the lotus?

• He leaves them behind

• He ties them to the ship

• He gives them more lotus

• He punishes them

What warning does Odysseus give to the rest of the crew?

• To find shelter

• To prepare for battle

• To not eat the lotus

• To avoid the sirens

What is the main theme of the 'Lotus Eaters' section?

• The strength of the gods

• The importance of wealth

• The power of friendship

• The dangers of temptation