Odyssey

What is an epithet?

brief, descriptive phrases

What is an epic hero?

Larger than life hero who embodies the ideals of a certain nation or race

How many axes does Odysseus shoot through

12

Who is the second shot at?

one of the sculptors

How would Odysseus dress for Halloween?

As an old beggar

Monster who lives on the side of a cliff

Scylla

Invocation

Drawing attention to future events

What does Odysseus do to the son of Poseidon

Gets him drunk then stabs him in the eye

King Alcinous

treats guests with hospitality

What is the secret of the bridal bed (built by Odysseus)

The roots run into the soil and it can’t be moved.

Who is the first character killed by Odysseus when he gets home?

Antinous

Blind prophet who tells Odysseus how to get home.

Tiresias

How is Odysseus described?

crafty, old contender, master mariner

Who does Athena disguise herself as?

Mentes