Key Characters and Concepts from The Odyssey
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These flashcards cover the key characters and concepts from 'The Odyssey' by Homer.
Last updated 2:26 AM on 12/18/25
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Odysseus
King of Ithaca and hero of the Trojan War.
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Poseidon
God of the sea and earthquakes.
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Polyphemus
A cyclops and son of Poseidon.
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Zeus
King of the gods.
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Helios
God of the sun; another name for Apollo.
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Penelope
Odysseus's faithful wife.
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Alcinous
King of the Phaeacians to whom Odysseus relates his story.
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Calypso
Immortal sea nymph who holds Odysseus captive for many years.
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Athena
Daughter of Zeus, goddess of wisdom, skill, and warfare; aids Odysseus.
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Lotus Eaters
Inhabitants of a land visited by Odysseus and his crew.
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