The Odyssey Book 9

After winning the Trojan War, what action by Odysseus's army led to a counter-attack?

• They celebrated too loudly, alerting nearby enemies.

• They decided to loot and pillage another city, ignoring Odysseus's advice.

• They got lost at sea and landed on hostile shores.

• They refused to return home, wanting more glory.

What effect did eating the lotus flowers have on Odysseus's crew?

• They gained superhuman strength and courage.

• They became ill and weak, unable to sail.

• They became lazy and complacent, forgetting their homes and wanting to stay.

• They developed a strong desire to explore new lands.

When asked his name by Polyphemus, what did Odysseus tell the Cyclops?

• He told him his true name, Odysseus of Ithaca.

• He said his name was "Nobody."

• He claimed to be a messenger from the gods.

• He refused to tell him his name.

How did Odysseus and his remaining men manage to escape Polyphemus's cave?

• They dug a secret tunnel out of the cave.

• They waited for Polyphemus to fall asleep and then ran past him.

• They disguised themselves underneath the Cyclops' sheep.

• They used a magical spell to make Polyphemus disappear.

What was the significant consequence of Odysseus revealing his true identity to Polyphemus after escaping the cave?

• Polyphemus immediately chased after their ship, but couldn't catch them.

• Polyphemus prayed to his father, Poseidon, to prevent Odysseus from returning home.

• The other Cyclops in the area came to Polyphemus's aid and attacked Odysseus's ship.

• Odysseus's men were angry with him for risking their safety.