Book 14 - In Eumaseus' Hut Flashcards
1
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Book 14
How is Eumaseus presented at the start of book 14
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- Presented as repectble through his perfect xenia
- Notable that Homer write directly to him to display his love for the character
- He speaks highly of Odysseus, ironically unaware who he is taking to
2
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What is Eumaeus’ background
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- He is of noble birth,but during war was sold into slavery
- Despite this he speaks constantly with immense respect for Odysseus
3
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What does Eumaeus confirm about Penelope
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- She has constantly displayed exquiste xenia, in light of seeking her husband home perhaps, or just integrity in her actions
- yet she is in an all consuming state of distraught
4
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What major issue does Eumaseus raise to Odysseus’ attention
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- That the suitors are devoid of hospitality,
- and live in ignorance of the prospect Odysseus may live
5
Q
Where does Odysseus lie that he is from
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- Crete
6
Q
Name 3 correlations Odysseus makes in his lies to Eumaeus, with his own story
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- Leaving Crete Zeus created a thunder storm wrecking ships - Hyperions Sun cattle
- Hospitality in Thesprotia - Alcinuous book 9
- Gods making it easy for him to remain unseen in a thicket of shrubs - Scherie
7
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What does Odysseus critically reveal in his tale to Eumaseus
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It was during this trip, he says, that he heard that Odysseus was still alive
