The Odyssey: Central Ideas and Character Motivation, Part 2

Question 1

To begin planning your writing, identify the heroic traits that are present in this passage. Check all that apply.

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Odysseus is on a long journey.; Odysseus is the leader of his crew.; Odysseus is helped by a supernatural power.

Question 2

Odysseus shows leadership by planning ahead.

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logical conclusion

Question 3

Odysseus says, “You are to tie me up.”

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not a logical conclusion

Question 4

Odysseus is a compelling, confident speaker.

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logical conclusion

Question 5

Odysseus thinks that he is stronger than the Sirens.

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not a logical conclusion

Question 6

Which quotation supports the point that the crew respects Odysseus and follows his orders?

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“They tied me up, then, plumb / amidships, back to the mast, lashed to the mast, / and took themselves again to rowing.”

Question 7

Which explanations best support the conclusion and quotation? Check the two best answers.

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The crew follows Odysseus’s orders by tying him up.; Odysseus’s crew continues to row, even when he is tied up.

The Odyssey: Central Ideas and Character Motivation, Part 2 Answers