12 Questions
How many people are occupying Penelope's home when the suitors and their attendants are combined?
610
In Book 17, who verbally abuses Odysseus in front of the sacred fountain built by Ithacus?
Irus
Which faithful hunting dog waits until he sees his master to finally die in Book 17?
Argos
In Book 18, who is the self-styled Beggar King whom Odysseus must fight to entertain the suitors?
Irus
What definitively gives away Odysseus as Odysseus in disguise to his old servant Eurycleia in Book 19?
His scar
In Book 20, which suitor appears more reasonable and civilized than the others?
Amphinomus
In Book 15 of the text, how does Telemachus react when he finds out that Theoclymenus is a murderer?
He refuses to give Theoclymenus safe passage.
Why is Eumaeus loyal to Odysseus in Book 15 according to the text?
Because Odysseus gave him a good life after being sold into slavery.
Does Odysseus follow Athena's orders in Book 16 about revealing his identity to Telemachus?
No, he reveals his identity against Athena's direct orders.
How does Odysseus react when Penelope flirts with the suitors in Book 18?
He becomes angry and jealous over her behavior.
What test does Penelope set for the suitors in Book 21 according to the text?
Shooting an arrow through 12 axe handles with Odysseus' heavy bow
Does Odysseus show mercy to everyone in Book 22 according to the text?
Yes, he refuses everyone mercy.
Test your knowledge on readings in Western Civilization with this quiz covering various events and characters from the literature. Questions are based on critical details and interpretations of the text.
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