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Where does Odysseus meet Calypso?
Odysseus met Calypso on her lush island of Ogygia.
How did calypso meet Odysseus?
He was washed up on the shore of her island.
How does Odysseus escape Calypso?
Hermes tells Calypso to let Odysseus go.
What does calypso offer to Odysseus in exchange that he stays?
Calypso offers immortality to Odysseus
What is Odysseus doing when you first meet him in the story?
When first met Odysseus is staring out to see on Calypso's island dreaming of getting home to Ithaca.
Who offers Odysseus immortality?
Calypso
What is the source of Calypso's power over Odysseus?
Calypso has the power of immorality over Odysseus.
How does Odysseus manage to say no to Calypso and still not offend her?
Hermes is sent down to Calypso, telling her that the gods wish for her to release Odysseus. Therefore, it is Calypso who allows Odysseus to leave, not Odysseus who 'manages to say no.'
Whom did Odysseus stay on Calypso's island with?
Calypso
What does Calypso do to keep Odysseus from leaving her?
Calypso and Odysseus become lovers. Calypso offers Odysseus immortality and eternal youth if he would stay with her. Calypso does not aid Odysseus' escape until told to do so, so he seemed trapped on her island without a ship.
How long does Calypso want Odysseus to stay with her on her island?
Calypso wants Odysseus to stay with her on the island forever.
Who is keeping Odysseus on an island when the Odyssey begins?
Calypso
