Sophocles' Philoctetes Summary
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What is the theme of the Odyssey according to the provided text?

  • Vengeance
  • Manhood (correct)
  • Anger
  • Self-interest

    • How do divine squabbles differ from human conflicts according to the text?

  • Gods recognize that squabbles are not worth it in the grand scheme (correct)
  • Divine conflicts do not impact humans
  • Humans quickly get over their emotions in conflicts
  • Divine squabbles last longer than human conflicts

    • What attribute do gods and mortals share according to the text?

  • Eternal pain
  • Seeking vengeance
  • Lack of control over fate (correct)
  • Immortality

    • What is a key difference between mortal pain and divine pain as described in the text?

    <p>Mortal pain ends after death, divine pain is eternal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do gods quickly get over their emotions and arguments according to the text?

    <p>Because they are immortal and recognize that conflict is not worth it in the grand scheme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event takes place between the Iliad and the Odyssey according to the text?

    <p>The Fall of Troy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of human behavior is emphasized as part of being a follower of Dionysus?

    <p>Embracing gender fluidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do the women in the Bacchae perceive Pentheus?

    <p>As an animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What similarity is noted between the reception of Dionysus and Christianity in the text?

    <p>Unity within divinity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the play 'Bacchae' stop being performed in the Middle Ages according to the text?

    <p>Too gruesome for audiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Nietzsche, what important aspect of Greek values does 'Bacchae' reveal?

    <p>Feelings and characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the character Dionysus portrayed in terms of gender in the text?

    <p>Female Dionysus used for gender-bending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the gods being mad at the Greeks at the end of the war?

    <p>Disrespectful treatment of Trojan temples, women, and children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the females characters (Clymenestra, Circe, Calypso, Helen) considered deceitful in the text?

    <p>Their deceptive behavior towards men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is significant about the Telemachid in 'The Odyssey'?

    <p>It tells the story of Telemachus coming of age and preparing for his own journey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What quality makes Odysseus an unreliable narrator in 'The Odyssey'?

    <p>His heroic quality of deceit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about the double standard of promiscuity between gods and mortals in 'The Odyssey'?

    <p>Circe, Clymenestra, and Calypso are criticized for their affairs while Aphrodite is praised for hers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested about the cunning and deceitful female characters in 'The Odyssey'?

    <p>They exhibit behaviors that challenge traditional gender roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, how does Emily Wilson's translations contribute to examining biases?

    <p>By rethinking the presentation of female characters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character provides outside help to Odysseus in the text to end the cycle of violence?

    <p>Athena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Madeline Miller approach character development in her writing, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>By expanding and giving emotions to existing characters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is highlighted as a common theme between Odysseus' experience and that of veterans returning home?

    <p>The need for help from outside sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized as a key aspect of Odysseus' adjustment to home after returning from war?

    <p>Continuous challenges and trials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do some people believe about the relationship between Patroclus and Achilles, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>They were romantically linked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Odysseus decide to leave Philoctetes behind on the island?

    <p>Because Philoctetes was bitten by a divine snake and smelled bad.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to Philoctetes eventually agreeing to return and fight in the war?

    <p>A prophecy from Herakles that they could not win without Philoctetes and his bow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many actors were allowed to be employed in the performance of plays in Athens during the time of Sophocles' 'Philoctetes'?

    <p>Three actors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the employment restriction of three actors become an issue in 'Philoctetes' when Herakles was introduced?

    <p>The same actor who played Odysseus also had to play Herakles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the prophecy that Agamemnon received in 'Iphigenia at Aulis' by Euripides?

    <p>He must sacrifice his daughter, Iphigenia, to win the war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Clytemnestra respond to Agamemnon's decision regarding Iphigenia's fate in 'Iphigenia at Aulis'?

    <p>She attempted to dissuade him from sacrificing Iphigenia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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