The Odyssey and Epic Poetry: An Introduction, Part 1 — Unit test

Question 7 • AZ-English Language Arts 9 A-CR

Read the excerpt from The Odyssey."I am Laertes' son, Odysseus.Men hold me formidable for guile in peace and war:this fame has gone abroad to the sky's rim.

Answer

Odysseus is the son of Laertes and is widely respected for his skills.

Odysseus is admired for his actions during war and peace.

Men stand in awe of Odysseus because of his strength shown in war.

Men are impressed with Odysseus simply because he is the son of Laertes.

Explanation

Odysseus says men consider him formidable because of his guile, or cleverness, in both peace and war, and that his reputation has spread widely. Choice A captures this respect for his skills and also correctly identifies him as Laertes’ son. Choice C wrongly attributes his reputation to strength, while D wrongly says it comes simply from his family background.

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