Characters (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Quizzes
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What phrase does Homer use to describe Odysseus at the start of the epic?
What phrase does Homer use to describe Odysseus at the start of the epic?
The man of twists and turns
What does the Greek term 'nostos' specifically refer to?
What does the Greek term 'nostos' specifically refer to?
A hero's journey home from war
What action by Odysseus triggered Poseidon's wrath in the Cyclops episode?
What action by Odysseus triggered Poseidon's wrath in the Cyclops episode?
Boasting and revealing his true identity
How did Penelope's weaving trick work to delay choosing a suitor?
How did Penelope's weaving trick work to delay choosing a suitor?
She unravelled her work each night
What was the purpose of Penelope's bed test?
What was the purpose of Penelope's bed test?
To verify Odysseus's true identity
How is Telemachus's character transformation described?
How is Telemachus's character transformation described?
From timid youth to confident leader
What is the Telemachy?
What is the Telemachy?
Telemachus's journey in Books 1-4
What does Athena symbolise in the Odyssey?
What does Athena symbolise in the Odyssey?
Divine wisdom and reason
Why does Poseidon pursue vengeance against Odysseus?
Why does Poseidon pursue vengeance against Odysseus?
For blinding his son Polyphemus
What is xenia in ancient Greek culture?
What is xenia in ancient Greek culture?
Sacred hospitality protected by Zeus
How many suitors violated xenia by consuming Odysseus's wealth?
How many suitors violated xenia by consuming Odysseus's wealth?
More than 100
What does Eumaeus the swineherd represent thematically?
What does Eumaeus the swineherd represent thematically?
Loyal service and proper xenia
How did Eurycleia recognise Odysseus?
How did Eurycleia recognise Odysseus?
By his distinctive scar