What does Odysseus hope the Cyclops will offer?
He is eager to get back to Ithaca. While exploring the cave of the Cyclops, what might Odysseus hope the Cyclops will offer? Let Odysseus return home, alone and troubled.
What did Odysseus offer the Cyclops at dinner?
When the Cyclops returned in the evening, he again led his sheep in, rolled the stone to close the mouth of the cave, and proceeded to bash in the heads of two more men and eat them. This time Odysseus spoke up, and offered the Cyclops some strong wine he had brought with him. Odysseus told him his name was “No man”.
What did the Cyclops say to Odysseus?
Blinding the Cyclops The Cyclops cries out in pain, and his friends—fellow Cyclopes—ask what’s bothering him. “Nobody,” he says, “Nobody is killing me!” His friends let it go at that. The final trick for Odysseus is the escape from the cave.
How does Odysseus describe Cyclops?
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 was Odysseus plan to win the Trojan War?
Basically, Odysseus plans to build a giant vessel and hide all of the Greek soldiers inside. Then, when the Trojans let the vessel into the city, the soldiers will jump out and kill them.
Why did Odysseus give the cyclops a warning?
What warning does Odysseus give Polyphemus? If he is not treated with respect, Zeus will punish him. He says he does not care about the gods or their rules.
What did Odysseus plan?
Basically, Odysseus plans to build a giant vessel and hide all of the Greek soldiers inside. Then, when the Trojans let the vessel into the city, the soldiers will jump out and kill them. Which is exactly what the Greek forces do.
How is Odysseus plan to escape the Cyclops similar to his plan to win the Trojan War?
Lines 322-346: Explain how Odysseus’ plan to escape the Cyclops is similar to his plan to win the Trojan War. They tie themselves underneath rams, so when the cyclops lets out the rams to graze, he will be setting the men free. Odysseus views his own actions as noble, daring, and courageous.