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What is introduced in the section 'Ships and Men'?
Ulysses' ship and his crew.
Who do Ulysses and his men attack in 'The Cicionians'?
A city.
What effect do Lotus flowers have on Ulysses' men?
What strategy does Ulysses use in 'The Cyclops Cave'?
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What gift does Aeolus give to Ulysses?
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Who turns Eurylochus's men into pigs?
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In 'The Land of the Dead', which character warns Ulysses about the Sirens?
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What prevents Ulysses’ crew from falling victim to the Sirens?
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What happens when Ulysses passes through Syclla and Charybdis?
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What leads to Ulysses' shipwreck in 'The Cattle of the Sun'?
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Who helps Ulysses when Poseidon makes the sea treacherous?
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How does the princess Nausicaa recognize Ulysses?
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What disguise does Ulysses use upon returning to Ithaca?
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Study Notes
Ships and Men
- Introduction to Ulysses' ship and crew, highlighting their vulnerability to the sea.
- Ulysses' prolonged journey is attributed to the unpredictable nature of the ocean.
The Cicones
- Ulysses and his crew attack the Cicones' city, leading to a fierce counter-attack.
- Ulysses escapes with most men by employing a strategic distraction using a piece of wood and aiming at horses.
The Lotus-Eaters
- Arrival in Libya where crew consumes Lotus flowers, causing lethargy and desire to remain.
- Ulysses realizes the danger and revives his men, carrying them back to the ship for departure.
The Cyclops Cave
- Ulysses and crew encounter Polyphemus, a Cyclops, and become trapped.
- Ulysses cunningly intoxicates Polyphemus and blinds him; they escape by hiding under the sheep.
- Ulysses' critical error of revealing his identity leads to Polyphemus invoking Poseidon's wrath.
The Keeper of the Winds
- The crew visits Aeolus, god of winds, who is impressed with their story and gifts Ulysses a bag containing all winds except the West.
- Ulysses' men, driven by curiosity, open the bag in his absence, causing a storm that returns them to Aeolus, who refuses further assistance.
Circe
- Arrival at an island where some crewmen are transformed into pigs by Circe, a sorceress.
- Ulysses gains protection from Hermes, consuming Moly to resist Circe’s enchantments; she eventually becomes enamored with him.
- The crew stays for a while before departing against Circe’s wishes.
The Land of the Dead
- Ulysses consults various spirits about his journey and future.
- Encounters include Achilles, Ajax, Elpenor, and the prophet Teiresias, each conveying warnings about upcoming challenges.
The Sirens
- Ulysses navigates past alluring Sirens who attempt to lure the crew to their doom.
- Preventive measures taken include beeswax for the crew and self-binding, although Ulysses suffers from their enchanting song.
Scylla and Charybdis
- Ulysses skillfully steers the ship between Scylla and Charybdis, two monstrous threats on either side.
- Despite losing six men, the crew successfully escapes the immediate danger.
The Cattle of the Sun
- Respite on the Island of Thrinacia where the crew succumbs to temptation and slaughters the sacred cattle.
- Hyperion, the Sun God, complains to Zeus, resulting in a violent storm that wrecks their ship, leaving Ulysses as the sole survivor.
Calypso
- Ulysses encounters Calypso, a goddess holding him captive on her island out of love.
- Athena intercedes on Ulysses' behalf, leading Zeus to command Calypso to release him.
Ino's Veil
- While escaping Calypso's island, Poseidon disrupts Ulysses’ journey by wrecking his new ship.
- Ino offers her protective veil, allowing Ulysses to swim to safety on another island.
Nausicaa
- Ulysses washes ashore and meets Princess Nausicaa, who assists him and later recognizes his identity through a song about heroic exploits.
- Ulysses decides to leave to avoid complicating Nausicaa's future.
The Return
- Ulysses returns to Ithaca in disguise as a beggar, reuniting with Eumaeus and Telemachus.
- He devises a strategic plan to regain his home, ultimately revealing his identity by winning a contest meant for suitors, culminating in a confrontation with them.
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Explore key summaries and flashcards from the 'Adventures of Ulysses'. This quiz focuses on early chapters where Ulysses encounters ships, men, and the Cicionians. Test your understanding of these pivotal moments in the story.
