Table of Contents
- 1 Why does Odysseus not recognize his own land?
- 2 When Odysseus and his men land on the island of the Cicones how many men were lost and why is that significant?
- 3 How were Odysseus and his men able to sail past the sirens?
- 4 Why do Odysseus and his men stay on the island of Helios longer than planned?
Why does Odysseus not recognize his own land?
Odysseus does not recognize his homeland. He thinks the Phaeacians have left him on an undisclosed shore. It is not until he meets Athena, disguised as a swineherd, that he discovers he is indeed home. Where does Athena send Odysseus first?
When Odysseus and his men land on the island of the Cicones how many men were lost and why is that significant?
From Troy, the winds sweep him and his men to Ismarus, city of the Cicones. The men plunder the land and, carried away by greed, stay until the reinforced ranks of the Cicones turn on them and attack. Odysseus and his crew finally escape, having lost six men per ship.
Why does Odysseus conceal his identity when he returns to Ithaca?
Odysseus hides his identity because he wants to assess the situation at the royal palace before springing into action against Penelope’s suitors. When he arrives at Ithaca, it would be easy for Odysseus to reveal his true identity straight away.
How does Odysseus reach Ithaca?
How does Odysseus get back home to Ithaca? Now that Odysseus is finished with his story, has has one last feast with King Alcinous. He then recieves many gifts and, finally, he gets on a ship. The Phaeacian crew brings him home to Ithaca.
How were Odysseus and his men able to sail past the sirens?
As he sets sail, Odysseus passes Circe’s counsel on to his men. They approach the island of the lovely Sirens, and Odysseus, as instructed by Circe, plugs his men’s ears with beeswax and has them bind him to the mast of the ship.
Why do Odysseus and his men stay on the island of Helios longer than planned?
Odysseus warned his crew not to harm the sun god’s cattle. Unfortunately, adverse weather conditions prevented Odysseus and his men from leaving the island. The longer they remained on the island, the more dissatisfied Odysseus’ men became with the food that they had.
Who did Odysseus see first when he returned to Ithaca?
Athena
The theme of DISGUISE AND RECOGNITION, which was begun on the island of the Phaeacians, is revisited with increasing frequency once Odysseus reaches Ithaca. The first person he sees is Athena, herself disguised as a young man.
How does Odysseus get home to Ithaca who helps him?