The Odyssey: Odysseus Returns to Ithaca
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What happens to the Phaeacian ship when it reaches Scheria?

  • It encounters a storm and gets destroyed
  • It turns into stone and sinks to the bottom of the sea (correct)
  • It safely docks at the harbor and unloads its gifts
  • It is hailed as a hero and celebrated by the locals
  • What does Odysseus do when he wakes up in Ithaca?

  • He falls asleep again due to exhaustion
  • He seeks out Athena for guidance
  • He curses the Phaeacians for duping him (correct)
  • He recognizes the country immediately and starts planning his next move
  • How does Poseidon react when he sees Odysseus in Ithaca?

  • He seeks revenge against Zeus for allowing Odysseus to return to Ithaca
  • He becomes enraged at the Phaeacians for assisting Odysseus (correct)
  • He ignores Odysseus and continues with his own business
  • He showers Odysseus with blessings and good fortune
  • What does Athena do to Ithaca when Odysseus arrives?

    <p>She shrouds it in mist to conceal its true form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Odysseus conceal his identity from Athena?

    <p>He pretends to be a beggar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Alcinous do with his gifts for Odysseus?

    <p>He loads them on board the ship that will carry Odysseus to Ithaca</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to Odysseus when the ship lands at Ithaca?

    <p>He remains asleep even when the ship lands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Phaeacians decide to do after their ship turns into stone and sinks?

    <p>Abandon their custom of helping wayward travelers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who allows Poseidon to punish the Phaeacians?

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

    How does Odysseus react when he wakes up in Ithaca?

    <p>He curses the Phaeacians for tricking him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Odysseus' Journey

    • When the Phaeacian ship reaches Scheria, it is turned into stone and sinks by Poseidon, who is angry at the Phaeacians for helping Odysseus.
    • When Odysseus wakes up in Ithaca, he does not recognize his surroundings and is confused about his identity.
    • Poseidon reacts with anger when he sees Odysseus in Ithaca, as he is still punishment-minded towards Odysseus.
    • Athena, who is helping Odysseus, makes Ithaca foggy and unclear, so that Odysseus does not recognize his homeland.
    • Odysseus conceals his identity from Athena by pretending to be a beggar, not revealing his true identity.
    • Alcinous, the king of the Phaeacians, gives Odysseus gifts, which are then taken by him to Ithaca.
    • When the ship lands at Ithaca, Odysseus is put ashore while he is asleep, and the ship leaves without him.
    • The Phaeacians decide to stop providing conveyance to strangers after their ship is turned into stone and sinks.
    • Zeus allows Poseidon to punish the Phaeacians for their actions.
    • When Odysseus wakes up in Ithaca, he is confused, disoriented, and does not recognize his homeland, acting like a stranger.

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    Test your knowledge of the events when Odysseus prepares to leave Scheria and returns to Ithaca in the epic poem 'The Odyssey' by Homer.

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