Themes (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Flashcards
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Definition of kleos
Definition of kleos
Glory or fame
3 qualities showing Odysseus's heroism
3 qualities showing Odysseus's heroism
Intelligence, resourcefulness, endurance
Definition of xenia
Definition of xenia
Hospitality
God who protected xenia
God who protected xenia
Zeus Xenios
Definition of nostos
Definition of nostos
Return home
Definition of oikos
Definition of oikos
Household
How Penelope showed loyalty to Odysseus
How Penelope showed loyalty to Odysseus
Weaving trick to delay suitors
Example of good hospitality in Odyssey
Example of good hospitality in Odyssey
Phaeacians helping Odysseus return home
Example of bad hospitality in Odyssey
Example of bad hospitality in Odyssey
Polyphemus eating his guests
Consequence for loyal characters
Consequence for loyal characters
Rewards and protection
What Odysseus rejects from Calypso
What Odysseus rejects from Calypso
Immortality to return to mortal family
Which goddess helps Odysseus & Telemachus
Which goddess helps Odysseus & Telemachus
Athena
Which god delays Odysseus's return
Which god delays Odysseus's return
Poseidon
What slaughter of suitors represents
What slaughter of suitors represents
Restoration of justice
Role of women in the Odyssey
Role of women in the Odyssey
Various roles showing intelligence & influence