Women and Archetypes in the Odyssey

The lecture by Miss Tran explores the portrayal of women in Homer's Odyssey from a feminist perspective. It discusses the patriarchal narrative of the epic and examines various female archetypes, including goddesses, monsters, seductresses, and the ideal woman. The lecture highlights the power and intellect of goddesses like Athena, the dual nature of monsters like Scylla and Charybdis, the seductive nature of figures like Calypso and Circe, and the faithfulness of Penelope as the ideal woman. The conclusion emphasizes that women in the Odyssey are not merely subordinate but hold significant power and influence.

What is the main question posed in the lecture about women in literature?

• What role do women play in modern literature?

• Why are women always shown as villains?

• How are women often depicted in literature and movies?

• How are women portrayed as heroes?

What perspective is the Odyssey narrated from?

• Matriarchal perspective

• Feminist perspective

• Patriarchal perspective

• Neutral perspective

In ancient Greece, which state provided more rights to women compared to others?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Thebes

What are the four archetypes of women presented in the Odyssey?

• Goddess, Monster, Seductress, Ideal Woman

• Hero, Villain, Mother, Daughter

• Queen, Warrior, Healer, Sage

• Lover, Fighter, Dreamer, Realist

Which goddess is highlighted as a symbol of power and intellect in the Odyssey?

• Hera

• Aphrodite

• Athena

• Demeter

What role does Athena play in Odysseus's journey?

• His adversary

• His rival

• His mentor

• His follower

What is the symbolic meaning of Scylla and Charybdis in the Odyssey?

• They symbolize the challenges of the sea.

• They are symbols of divine intervention.

• They embody innocence and mercilessness.

• They represent the duality of nature.

Which of the following is NOT a seductress figure in the Odyssey?

• The Sirens

• Circe

• Athena

• Calypso

What is Penelope's main role in the Odyssey?

• A warrior

• A goddess

• A seductress

• An ideal woman

How does Penelope demonstrate her loyalty to Odysseus?

• By fighting off suitors

• By weaving and waiting

• By traveling to find him

• By sending messages