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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time of day do Odysseus and the Phaecians set sail in Book 13?

2. When Odysseus is on land after his voyage from Scheria, why doesn't he know where he is?

3. How does Eumaeus greet Telemachus upon his return in Book 16?

4. Which suitor scorns Odysseus the beggar at the second feast which he attends, in Book 20?

5. In Book 16, Where do Telemachus' gifts go?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

By personally intervening, Athena shows to Achaeans that both Odysseus and Telemachus are valuable. What does each man possess that is considered important among the Achaeans at this time? Use the text to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Penelope uses two devices that delay making a decision about marriage and manipulate the suitors. Appraise the effectiveness of each device towards her overall goal. Upon what does each rely? What does each device reveal about her potential husband? Evaluate which device was most useful for her purposes.

Essay Topic 3

Most literary works have an antagonist. Is there one in The Odyssey? Explain your answer using the text.

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