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What begins the anger of Achilleus in Book I?
Who tests the courage of the Greeks in Book II?
What does Paris do in Book III?
Challenges any Greek to a duel but backs out.
What is indicated as a sign of the battle resuming in Book IV?
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Who wounds Aphrodite in Book V?
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What does Hector do in Book VI?
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In Book VII, Nestor and Priam advocate for burying the dead.
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What does Zeus do in Book VIII regarding the fates of the Trojans and Greeks?
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What event leads to Diodes staying to fight in Book IX?
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What do Diodes and Odysseus do in Book X?
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Who is wounded in Book XI?
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What does Hector push for in Book XII despite a sign to retreat?
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What does Hera do to trick Zeus in Book XIV?
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Who predicts Patroklos' death in Book XV?
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What does Achilleus do in response to the death of Patroklos in Book XVI?
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In Book XVII, Hector claims the armor of Patroklos but not the body.
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What does Achilleus receive in Book XVIII?
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Study Notes
Book I
- Chryses, a Trojan priest, pleads for his daughter's return but is rebuffed by Agamemnon.
- Apollo sends a plague on the Achaeans until Chryseis is returned.
- Agamemnon seizes Briseis from Achilles, igniting Achilles' anger.
- Thetis appeals to Zeus for retribution against Agamemnon.
Book II
- Agamemnon challenges the Greeks to stay and fight, testing their resolve.
- Odysseus stands firm, showing his loyalty and commitment.
Book III
- Paris offers a duel to end the fighting but hesitates.
- Menelaus steps up to accept the challenge.
- Aphrodite intervenes, whisking Paris away to Helen's chamber, where they consummate their affair.
Book IV
- Athena disguises herself to incite Pandaros to shoot an arrow, reigniting the battle.
- Odysseus and Ajax kill numerous Trojans with divine support: Athena for the Greeks, Apollo for the Trojans.
Book V
- Diomedes showcases his might (arete) by wounding Aphrodite, leading to her retreat.
- Apollo saves Aeneas and confronts Diomedes, who is chastised by Athena.
- Ares joins the Trojan side as the tide shifts in their favor; Hera and Athena seek Zeus’ help for the Greeks.
Book VI
- Hector returns to Troy to instruct his family on sacrifices to the gods.
- He tenderly interacts with Andromache and his infant son, revealing his humanity.
- Hector and Paris rejoin the battle.
Book VII
- Hector duels Great Ajax, but Zeus sends a herald to halt the fight, leading to a truce.
- Nestor and Priam propose a day of mourning; Paris refuses to surrender Helen.
Book VIII
- Zeus weighs the fates of the Trojans and Greeks; despite Greek favor, he supports the Trojans.
- Hera, frustrated, considers intervention but lacks the power against Zeus.
- Achilles emerges as the only hope for the Greeks.
Book IX
- Agamemnon suggests retreat amid despair.
- Diomedes resolves to fight on; Odysseus, Ajax, and Phoenix seek to persuade Achilles to return.
Book X
- While the bulk of the army sleeps, Agamemnon and Menelaus remain awake.
- Diomedes and Odysseus spy on the Trojans, killing Dolon and launching an attack on the Thracians.
Book XI
- Greek ranks face a massacre; Agamemnon’s prowess emerges.
- Diomedes incapacities Hector, while Odysseus gets wounded.
- Machaon is hurt and returns to Achilles' camp, prompting Achilles to send Patroklos to gather Intel.
Book XII
- Polydamas interprets an omen to retreat, but Hector pushes for a continued offensive.
- The Greeks are forced back to their ships.
Book XIII
- Poseidon instills strength in Idomenus, revitalizing Greek efforts amid the chaos.
- Polydamas urges Hector to regroup the Trojan forces.
Book XIV
- Agamemnon again wishes to give up; Odysseus counters his retreat.
- Hera deceives Zeus to gain an advantage for the Greeks, while Ajax wounds Hector temporarily.
Book XV
- Zeus awakens to the turmoil and hints at Patroklos' impending death at Hector's hands.
- Hector and Apollo lead a fierce assault, reaching the Greek defenses.
Book XVI
- Patroklos requests to don Achilles' armor to rally the Greek troops; they gain momentum against the Trojans.
- Patroklos kills Sarpedon; however, he is later killed by Hector.
Book XVII
- A fierce battle ensues for Patroklos' body; Menelaus and Ajax defend it against Hector.
- Hector seizes Achilles' armor but not the body, demonstrating his might.
- Athena, disguised, empowers the Greeks; Antilochos reports Patroklos' death to Achilles.
Book XVIII
- In grief, Achilles seeks Thetis, who reminds him of his prior wishes.
- Achilles returns to battle, shouting and rallying the Greeks.
- Hector dismisses Polydamas’ advice to retreat; Patroklos’ body is prepared for burial.
- Achilles receives a new shield, symbolizing humanity and valor.
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