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- 1. Multiple Choice
The cave mentioned in line 9 is an epic setting because it is _________
home to a fantastic, archetypal creature
a beautiful, hidden location
a rugged, barren land formation
an imaginary but believable place
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which statement best summarizes the escape plan for Odysseus and his men?
They beg Poseidon to make the Cyclops free them.
They blind the Cyclops and then sneak away during the night.
They hide in the rams’ wool and let the rams carry them past the Cyclops.
They roll boulders down a hill to distract the Cyclops, and then run.
- 3. Multiple Choice
The quality of an epic hero Odysseus displays in lines 24–35 is —
strength in pursuit of adventure
honesty in the face of conflict
dependence on the gods
cleverness in the face of danger
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which statement summarizes Odysseus’ heroic actions in lines 45–55?
He blinds the Cyclops with a boathook
He throws a boulder that causes a wave to flood the ship
He single-handedly pushes the ship out to sea while urging his men to row
He taunts the Cyclops from the shore
- 5. Multiple Choice
What conflict develops between Odysseus and his men in lines 56–69?
They disagree about where to hide from the Cyclops
The men beg Odysseus to stop taunting the Cyclops, but he continues
They disagree about whether or not to kill the Cyclops
The men want to steal the Cyclops’ sheep without telling Odysseus
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which character trait causes Odysseus to reveal his name to the Cyclops in lines 66–69?
Cowardice
Dishonesty
Pride
Vengefulness
- 7. Multiple Choice
The Cyclops’ speech in lines 75–80 expresses the theme of —
the rescue of a nation from invaders
a hero’s loyalty to his friends
the victorious homecoming of a hero
a hero’s triumph over a powerful opponent
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