Odyssey Worksheet 1. Odysseus shows that he too falls prey to temptation (being tempted by the song of Seirenes).

However, he also shows that he has self-control (lashing himself to the mast). Why do you think Odysseus isnt strong enough to stand up to temptation, but strong enough to punish himself? 2. How is Odysseuss temptation similar to his infidelities? 3. Was Odysseus correct in keeping the information about Skylla from his men? Free Response Think about the following questions 1. What makes Odysseus a better leader; his compassion, or his heard headed attitude? 2. Think about what historical figure Odysseus represents and write one paragraph explaining why. Game Match the quote to the following person 1. O Father Zeus and gods in bliss forever, punish Odysseus men! So overweening, now they have killed my peaceful kine (222). 2. Must you have battle in your heart forever? (212) 3. Dear friends, more than one man, or two, should know those things Kirke foresaw for us and shared with me, so let me tell her forecast: then we die with our eyes open, if we are going to die, or know what death we baffle if we can (220).

_____ Odysseus

______ the goddess

______ Skylla