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1. When Odysseus finally lands upon the island of the Phaiacians, what happens which leads him to come out of disguise and reveal his true identity?
Your answer is B. He is recognized by the singer who tells the story of the battle at Troy.
The correct answer is D. The king asks his name after he sees him crying during the minstrel's song. The king notices Odysseus' emotional response to the song and becomes curious about his identity.
2. Which of the following best describes the earliest stages in the long journey of Odysseus?
Your answer is D. The defenders of the Ciconian shoreline follow them continually, staging repeated attacks.
The correct answer is B. Odysseus' men frequently disobey him, and they have a series of mishaps as a result. Odysseus faces many challenges with his men, who do not always listen to his commands and face the consequences of their disobedience.
3. Which best describes their escape from the island of the Cyclopes?
Your answer is A. Odysseus uses a clever trick to fool his enemy and enable them to escape.
Your answer is correct. Odysseus uses his wit and cleverness to blind the Cyclops and escape from his grasp.
4. When Odysseus finally returns home, what does he do?
Your answer is C. He comes disguised as an old beggar.
Your answer is correct. Odysseus disguises himself as an old beggar to assess the situation in his home before revealing his true identity.
5. What final ordeal must Odysseus face?
Your answer is D. The families of the suitors are not amused and seek revenge.
The correct answer is A. In his absence, Ithaca has become anarchical, and he must quell a series of rebellions to reestablish his rule. Odysseus faces resistance from the families of the suitors and must deal with the aftermath of their actions.
6. How is the final ordeal resolved?
Your answer is B. The gods decide that Odysseus's actions were justified, so Athena steps in and makes peace.
The correct answer is A. Odysseus and his family destroy their enemies in battle. Odysseus and his loyal allies eliminate the threat posed by the suitors and their families through force and violence.
7. How does Telemachus try to deal with the people who are overrunning his father's home?
Your answer is C. He brings out his father's bow and threatens them.
Your answer is correct. Telemachus tries to intimidate the intruders by displaying his father's powerful bow, a symbol of Odysseus' strength and authority.
Overall, you had 3 correct answers (3, 4, and 7). Make sure to review the explanations to understand the correct answers and their contexts within the story of The Odyssey. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!