Why did Odysseus stay on the Cyclops Island?
Odysseus wants to visit the Cyclops out of pure curiosity. He knows that he has the protection of the gods and he believes himself to be more than human so he does not fear entering Polyphemus’ cave with twelve of his men in tow.
What does Odysseus think of the way the Cyclops live?
Odysseus describes the Cyclops as a “horrid creature, not like a human being at all,” with a “loud voice and monstrous form.” Polyphemus lives in a dirty cave, where he tends to his goats and sheep, a lifestyle that Odysseus and his warriors view as barbaric.
What two aspects of the Cyclops make Odysseus think that they are uncivilized before he interacts with them?
What are two aspects of the life of Cyclops make Odysseus think that they are uncivilized before he even interacts with one? As Odysseus and his men reach the Cyclops’ island, details of the scenery can contribute to the reader better understanding the image of a Cyclops’, even before Odysseus interacts with one.
Why does Odysseus reveal his name to the Cyclops is it wise to do so?
Odysseus tells Polyphemus his name is “Nobody” to prevent Polyphemus from being able to successfully call for help when Odysseus enacts his escape plan.
What happens when Odysseus taunts the cyclops?
Thus, in this final taunting of the Cyclops, we see that Odysseus is unable to distance himself completely from the values dear to the Iliadic heroes; he feels the need to identify himself to the Cyclops, so others will know of his skill and cunning.
What did Odysseus call himself to the Cyclops?
There, Odysseus was trapped in a cave of the Cyclops Polyphemus who ate two of the men the king of Ithaca was traveling with and was about to eat Odysseus himself. It is then, that Odysseus got Polyphemus drunk, told him that his name is “Nobody” and after that blinded the one-eyed giant.
What did Odysseus want most in the world?
He wants to be as well known as a god and to reach complete fame. He demonstrates his thirst for fame after he escapes the cyclops’ lair: “‘Cyclops, if ever mortal man inquire how you were put to shame and blinded, tell him Odysseus, raider of cities, took your eye: Laertes’ son, whose home’s on Ithaca (457-460)!’ “
What God did Odysseus offend by injuring the Cyclops?
Third, and most important, the Cyclops Polyphemus was the son of Poseidon. In book 9 of the Odyssey, Odysseus and his men blind Polyphemus. Because Poseidon is god of the sea, offending him caused numerous delays in Odysseus’ sea voyage home.
Did Calypso force Odysseus sleep together?
The Odyssey Calypso enchants Odysseus with her singing as she strolls to and fro across her weaving loom, with a golden shuttle. During this time they sleep together, although Odysseus soon comes to wish for circumstances to change.