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Who is Odysseus' son?
Telemachus was Odysseus and Penelope's son, and was the only son mentioned in the Odyssey. When Odysseus was trying to avoid the war by pretending he was crazy, King Agamemnon used Telemachus to prove otherwise. When Odysseus was plowing his fields, King Agamemnon placed Telemachus in front of Odysseus' plow. Odysseus avoided Telemachus, showing that he was not actually crazy.Other children Odysseus reportedly fathered included:Poliporthes with Penelope after he had returned from Troy.Telegonus, Ardeas, Latinus with Circe.Nausinous with CalypsoPolypoetes with Kallidike
What do Menelaus and Helen say about Odysseus' deeds in the Trojan War?
In Book IV of the Odyssey it's clear that they both feel positively about Odysseus, Helen relates a story which shows his mastery of disguise and Menelaus says Odysseus was a close friend of his and he desperately wants to see him again (as Odysseus has been missing for 10 years), the story of the Trojan horse is also told, showing Odysseus' cunning and intellect. Both of them hgave nothing but praise for him.
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Was odysseus' son supposed to be king?
only if odysseus was dead...
What is the description of Odysseus?
Odysseus is determined, and he is unlucky to have so many tragedies occur along the way.
Quotes on the Odysseus?
has the definition of family changed in our society
Characteristics of Odysseus?
Odysseus is brave, daring, cunning, strong, confident and charismatic. He possesses all of the qualities of a true epic hero.
How do you stop being scared of showing your feet?
Get a pedicure and be confident!
What does confident mean?
Confident means having a belief or feeling that you can do something well or succeed at something; showing that you have confidence; sure of your abilities, correctness, successfulness
What does confident means?
Confident means having a belief or feeling that you can do something well or succeed at something; showing that you have confidence; sure of your abilities, correctness, successfulness
How does Telemachus change after his encounter with Athena?
Telemachus is made more confident to find Odysseus, and to drive out the suitors. (Neither of which he does.) Later, however, he does travel to Pylos and Sparta to learn of Odysseus' fate, and eventually, he assists Odysseus in killing the suitors.
How does Cyclops proves he has no fear of Odysseus?
Cyclops proves he has no fear of Odysseus by taunting him and boasting about his strength and power, even after Odysseus blinds him and narrowly escapes. Despite the danger Odysseus presents, Cyclops remains defiant and unafraid, showing his arrogance and lack of respect for the hero.
What does the leader of the suitors do to Odysseus?
He challenges Odysseus and of course Odysseus wins and later he kills the leader of the suitors.
What does Melanthius think will happen between himself and Odysseus?
Melanthius believes that Odysseus will never return and reclaim his throne, allowing him to continue his disloyal behavior without consequences. He is confident that he can align himself with the suitors to maintain his position of power in the absence of Odysseus.
What did odyssey do to prove to the neatherd Philoetius that he was truly Odysseus?
Odysseus proved his identity to the neatherd Philoetius by showing him a scar on his thigh that he obtained during a boar hunt as a young man. This scar was known only to Odysseus and a few others, which convinced Philoetius of Odysseus's true identity.
What does Odysseus do to convince the swineherd that Odysseus is coming back?
Odysseus proves his identity to the swineherd by showing him a scar on his thigh that he received while hunting as a young man. This scar was known only to a few people, so its presence helps convince the swineherd that Odysseus is indeed who he claims to be.
What was Odysseus reasoning as he called out to Polyphemus that he Odysseus was the one who put out his eye?
Odysseus wanted to taunt and provoke Polyphemus for his cruel treatment of him and his men. By revealing his identity, Odysseus was claiming credit for outsmarting the giant and showing his bravery. Additionally, Odysseus hoped to undermine Polyphemus's sense of invincibility and incite him to seek revenge, leading to an opportunity for escape.
