The Odyssey Quiz Questions | Quiz: Book 17 to Book 21

Quiz: Book 17 to Book 21

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What does Theoclymenus tell Penelope about the omen of the birds?
a) He says that Odysseus is in the hall now, amongst the suitors.
b) He says that Odysseus will be home soon.
c) He says that Odysseus is already there, biding his time.
d) He says that Odysseus won't make it home.

2. How does the shepherd from the mainland treat Odysseus the beggar when he first meets him at the palace courtyard?
a) He shows the beggar honor and respect.
b) He treats the beggar rudely.
c) He greets him.
d) He ignores him completely.

3. Who throws an ox-hoof at Odysseus the beggar?
a) Amphinimous. (read more)