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Zeus

King of the gods, known as 'Father of gods and men'.

Hera

Queen of the gods, referred to as 'Ox-eyed' or 'White-armed'.

Athene (Athena)

Goddess of wisdom and war, known as 'Pallas' or 'Grey-eyed'.

Apollo

God of the sun, archery, and plague, called 'Phoebus' or 'Far-shooter'.

Poseidon

God of the sea, known as 'Earth-shaker'.

Achilleus (Achilles)

Greatest Greek warrior, referred to as 'Swift-footed' or 'Son of Peleus'.

Agamemnon

King of Mycenae and leader of the Greek army, famously called 'Lord of men'.

Helen

Wife of Menelaos, known as the 'Face that launched a thousand ships'.

Hektor (Hector)

Greatest Trojan warrior, referred to as 'Tamer of horses'.

Chryses

Priest of Apollo and father of Chryseis.

Priam

King of Troy, father of Hektor and Paris.

What is the main theme of the Iliad related to emotions?

Human emotions such as love, anger, compassion, and fear are explored.

What does the Iliad demonstrate about the gods' role in the war?

The gods constantly interfere in battle, choosing sides and aiding warriors.

Fill in the blank: The Iliad begins with the '_________ of Achilleus' and explores how anger leads to destruction.

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