Quiz 2: Becoming a Hero
Passed
18/20 points earned (90%)
Correct
1 / 1 points
1.
What is the purpose of the Muse in Homer's poem? Check all that apply.
to use the poet as a mouthpiece
Correct Response
to back up Homer's claim that he is a god
Correct Response
to add a semi-divine quality to the act of storytelling
Correct Response
to produce a sense of a sacred text that is literally true
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
2.
Choose the answer below that is the best response to the following statement: Homer is a poet
obsessed with grandeur, so much so that he neglects small details in favor of the big picture.
This isn't a fair characterization of Homer's poetry; since he so successfully captures grand events,
we can't also expect him to spend lots of time on small details.
This just isn't a fair characterization of Homer's poetry; it does not pay sufficient attention to the
scene that closes book 1, and lots of others like it.
Correct Response
The fact that Homer recognizes the grandeur of the gods on Olympus and still focuses on the story
of men on earth means that he's just looking for important historical events, and so it's natural that
he would overlook the small ones.
That's just the right way to look at Homer's poetry.
Correct
1 / 1 points
3.
How does book one of the Odyssey end?
Eurycleia shuts the door to Telemachus bedroom.
Correct Response
Odysseus men die after eating the cattle of the sun.
Penelope goes to sleep.
Eurycleia hangs up Laertes cloak.
Correct
1 / 1 points
4.
Choose the answer that best fills the blank: Telemachus blames _______ for his current situation.
his father
the gods
Correct Response
Orestes
his mother
Incorrect
0 / 1 points
5.
In the second lecture of this week, we spoke of an idea we called "double determination." Check all
statements below that express the core idea.
When someone performs an admirable action, the gods and fate are thought to have made it
happen, but still, the person who performed the action deserves praise.
Incorrect Response
When bad things happen to good people, it is the gods fault; but when good things happen to bad
people, the gods still get credit for it.
Incorrect Response
When something good happens to a bad person, it shows that the Homeric gods are not paying
attention.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
6.
What is the suitors reaction to Telemachus request that they leave?
fear at the hero Telemachus possible revenge
indignation at the boy Telemachus commands
shame at their selfish actions
pity at Telemachus helplessness
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
7.
In the Odyssey books one through four which of the following things happen? Check all that apply.
Orestes teams up with his sister.
Correct Response
Athena, in the guise of Mentor, urges Telemachus to become a man.
Correct Response
Odysseus greets queen Arete
Correct Response
Telemachus discusses family values with Orestes.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
8.
What is the proper emotional reaction of a hero to an injustice?
sorrow
all of these
disappointment
anger
Correct Response
fear
Correct
1 / 1 points
9.
In what way do characters in the Odyssey hold up Orestes as a model for Telemachus?
He demonstrates that you must take action against an injustice, no matter what it takes.
Correct Response
He follows the guidance given by Athena.
He shows Telemachus the value of extreme wealth.
He demonstrates the correct way to make a sacrifice.
Correct
1 / 1 points
10.
Who does NOT advise Telemachus on his travels?
Teiresias
Correct Response
Nestor
Menelaus
Athena
Correct
1 / 1 points
11.
How long was Odysseus on Ogygia with Calypso?
7 years
Correct Response
7 months
2 years
7 days
Correct
1 / 1 points
12.
According to Homer, which of the following describes Odysseus situation as he lands on Scheria for
the first time?
He is like an invisible avenger, back to set things right.
He is like a man arriving home, finally safe after storm-tossed suffering.
He is like a glowing piece of metal a blacksmith buries, hoping the fire lasts the night.
Correct Response
He is sent away, which was lucky since they were going to eat him.
Incorrect
0 / 1 points
13.
The Phaeacians excel at... (check all that apply; and be careful in your answer to sift through any
opening bragging statements to what is proved to be true.)
sailing
Correct Response
racing
Correct Response
boxing
Correct Response
dancing
Incorrect Response
wrestling
Incorrect Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
14.
What happens when Odysseus arrives at Alcinous' palace, the description of which is a good
example of ring composition?
Homer begins his description with Nausicaa, digresses to the palace, and then returns to Arete.
Homer has Odysseus arrive at Alcinous threshold, next he digresses on the wonder of the palace
and grounds, and finally Homer signals that the digression has ended by again mentioning the
threshold.
Correct Response
Homer shows Odysseus literally moving in circles around the glorious palace, and so his circular
movement mirrors the shape of a ring.
Correct
1 / 1 points
15.
Before the opening pages of book 9, what does Alcinous understand Odysseus status to be?
recognizable hero in search of conquest
polytropos threat to be dealt with
guest-friend under the customs of xenia
Correct Response
displaced king pursuing his nostos
Correct
1 / 1 points
16.
Which of the following is an example of a functionalist reading?
Calypsos character provides an example of the archetype of the jealous wife.
In the Odyssey many aspects of the story legitimize the central role of xenia in Greek culture.
Correct Response
The Phaeacians in the Odyssey provide a warning to all readers at all times not to display excessive
wealth.
To understand Odysseus, one must understand his function in the story. As a male hero, he
demonstrates to the Greeks how a man is supposed to function in society.
Correct
1 / 1 points
17.
Why does Odysseus initially enter the athletic games among the Phaeacians?
He knows that he will only get to Ithaka if he proves his strength.
His fighting spirit overcomes his better judgment.
He desires to prove his superior athleticism to Alcinous.
Broadsea has taunted him.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
18.
Which of the following is NOT one of the stories sung by Demodocus?
the birth of Athena
Correct Response
the argument between Odysseus and Achilles
the love affair of Ares and Aphrodite
the Trojan Horse
Correct
1 / 1 points
19.
What pieces of information does Alcinous ask for from Odysseus at the close of book 8?
name, wifes name, children, past
name, parents names, history of his city
name, lineage, hometown, past
Correct Response
name, hometown, why he came to Scheria
Correct
1 / 1 points
20.
Which of the following is a piece of Cornutus allegorical reading of the myth of Ares and Aphrodite?
Poseidon is the earthquake the ends the affair.
Ares and Aphrodite are a symbol for adultery.
Correct Response
Hermes laughter symbolizes the eternal mockery that follows public humiliation.
Ares and Aphrodite produce Strife from their union.
Quiz 2: Becoming a Hero
Passed
19/20 points earned (95%)
Back to Week weekNumber
Not Verified
You didn't verify this quiz. Retake with verification to be eligible for a Course Certificate.
Be Recognized for Your Achievements. "Course Certificates give you the recognition
you need to get the job, the material gives you the skills to do the job. It makes you look more
valuable because you are more valuable." - Peter B., USA, Software Developer
Showcase Your Accomplishment! Earn Your Course Certificate! $79 USD
Correct
1 / 1 points
1.
What is the purpose of the Muse in Homer's poem? Check all that apply.
to back up Homer's claim that he is a god
Correct Response
to add a semi-divine quality to the act of storytelling
Correct Response
to use the poet as a mouthpiece
Correct Response
to produce a sense of a sacred text that is literally true
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
2.
Choose the answer below that is the best response to the following statement: Homer is a poet
obsessed with grandeur, so much so that he neglects small details in favor of the big picture.
This just isn't a fair characterization of Homer's poetry; it does not pay sufficient attention to the
scene that closes book 1, and lots of others like it.
Correct Response
That's just the right way to look at Homer's poetry.
This isn't a fair characterization of Homer's poetry; since he so successfully captures grand events,
we can't also expect him to spend lots of time on small details.
The fact that Homer recognizes the grandeur of the gods on Olympus and still focuses on the story
of men on earth means that he's just looking for important historical events, and so it's natural that
he would overlook the small ones.
Correct
1 / 1 points
3.
How does book one of the Odyssey end?
Odysseus men die after eating the cattle of the sun.
Penelope goes to sleep.
Eurycleia shuts the door to Telemachus bedroom.
Correct Response
Eurycleia hangs up Laertes cloak.
Correct
1 / 1 points
4.
Which of the following is NOT one of Telemachus troubles?
maintaining Odysseus estate
trying to be decisive and act like a hero
choosing one of the suitors daughters to marry
Correct Response
enduring the suitors' abuse
Incorrect
0 / 1 points
5.
In the second lecture of this week, we spoke of an idea we called "double determination." Check all
statements below that express the core idea.
When someone performs an admirable action, the gods and fate are thought to have made it
happen, but still, the person who performed the action deserves praise.
Incorrect Response
When something good happens to a bad person, it shows that the Homeric gods are not paying
attention.
Incorrect Response
When bad things happen to good people, it is the gods fault; but when good things happen to bad
people, the gods still get credit for it.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
6.
Who is Telemachus' primary mentor?
Zeus
Eumaeus
Nestor
Athena
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
7.
In the Odyssey books one through four which of the following things happen? Check all that apply.
Telemachus discusses family values with Orestes.
Correct Response
Athena, in the guise of Mentor, urges Telemachus to become a man.
Correct Response
Odysseus greets queen Arete
Correct Response
Orestes teams up with his sister.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
8.
What is the proper emotional reaction of a hero to an injustice?
all of these
disappointment
anger
Correct Response
sorrow
fear
Correct
1 / 1 points
9.
In what way do characters in the Odyssey hold up Orestes as a model for Telemachus?
He shows Telemachus the value of extreme wealth.
He follows the guidance given by Athena.
He demonstrates the correct way to make a sacrifice.
He demonstrates that you must take action against an injustice, no matter what it takes.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
10.
Who does NOT advise Telemachus on his travels?
Teiresias
Correct Response
Nestor
Athena
Menelaus
Correct
1 / 1 points
11.
Who tells Calypso she must let Odysseus leave her island?
Zeus, via his daughter Athena
Zeus, via his messenger Hermes
Correct Response
the sorceress Circe
Athena, via her father Zeus
Correct
1 / 1 points
12.
Where do the Phaeacians live?
Thrace
Scheria
Correct Response
Ogygia
Ithaka
Correct
1 / 1 points
13.
What happens when a Phaeacian meets a god face-to-face?
They turn into swine.
They shrink in stature.
They are immolated, like all humans are when they see the gods face-to-face.
Nothing special: the Phaeacians regularly see the gods without disguise.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
14.
What is Odysseus first action, as the mist hiding him lifts, after he enters the palace on Scheria?
He comments on the wealth of Alcinous.
He grabs the knees of the queen Arete.
Correct Response
He praises the beauty of Nausicaa.
He asks to marry Nausicaa.
Correct
1 / 1 points
15.
Which of the following is NOT a standard feature of xenia?
the lavishing of extravagant gifts on a guest
holding a feast in a guest's honor
checking a guest's identity before gifts are bestowed
Correct Response
holding festive games in a guest's honor
Correct
1 / 1 points
16.
Malinowski argued that, in order to understand myths, one needs to understand their function in the
society that tells them. Which of the following best completes this definition?
To understand the function of a myth, it is crucial to begin at the origin.
Myths are stories whose themes legitimize social and cultural norms for the culture that tells them.
Correct Response
Myths function as a way to structure our understanding of reality. Without them, we are not capable
even of rudimentary ways of knowing things.
Myths function to explain the anomalies in our understanding of the world.
Correct
1 / 1 points
17.
What lie does Odysseus tell Alcinous?
He turns father against daughter by claiming to be a Cretan.
He claims that Nausicaa found him clothed.
He claims that he himself suggested to Nausicaa that he should enter the town alone, without an
escort.
Correct Response
He claims that he is in love with Nausicaa to extract more gifts.
Correct
1 / 1 points
18.
Which of the following is NOT one of the stories sung by Demodocus?
the love affair of Ares and Aphrodite
the argument between Odysseus and Achilles
the birth of Athena
Correct Response
the Trojan Horse
Correct
1 / 1 points
19.
What pieces of information does Alcinous ask for from Odysseus at the close of book 8?
name, wifes name, children, past
name, lineage, hometown, past
Correct Response
name, parents names, history of his city
name, hometown, why he came to Scheria
Correct
1 / 1 points
20.
Which of the following is a part of the allegorical interpretation of Heraclitus on the love of Ares and
Aphrodite?
The story demonstrates that the gods are subject to human frailties.
The story shows that public humiliation is the worst punishment.
The story conveys the union of love and strife.
Correct Response
The story shows the dangers of adulterous activity and public fornication.
Quiz 2: Becoming a Hero
Passed
18/20 points earned (90%)
Back to Week weekNumber
Not Verified
You didn't verify this quiz. Retake with verification to be eligible for a Course Certificate.
Be Recognized for Your Achievements. "Course Certificates give you the recognition
you need to get the job, the material gives you the skills to do the job. It makes you look more
valuable because you are more valuable." - Peter B., USA, Software Developer
Showcase Your Accomplishment! Earn Your Course Certificate! $79 USD
Correct
1 / 1 points
1.
What is the purpose of the Muse in Homer's poem? Check all that apply.
to back up Homer's claim that he is a god
Correct Response
to produce a sense of a sacred text that is literally true
Correct Response
to add a semi-divine quality to the act of storytelling
Correct Response
to use the poet as a mouthpiece
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
2.
Choose the answer below that is the best response to the following statement: Homer is a poet
obsessed with grandeur, so much so that he neglects small details in favor of the big picture.
This isn't a fair characterization of Homer's poetry; since he so successfully captures grand events,
we can't also expect him to spend lots of time on small details.
That's just the right way to look at Homer's poetry.
This just isn't a fair characterization of Homer's poetry; it does not pay sufficient attention to the
scene that closes book 1, and lots of others like it.
Correct Response
The fact that Homer recognizes the grandeur of the gods on Olympus and still focuses on the story
of men on earth means that he's just looking for important historical events, and so it's natural that
he would overlook the small ones.
Correct
1 / 1 points
3.
How does book one of the Odyssey end?
Penelope goes to sleep.
Odysseus men die after eating the cattle of the sun.
Eurycleia hangs up Laertes cloak.
Eurycleia shuts the door to Telemachus bedroom.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
4.
Which of the following is NOT one of Telemachus troubles?
trying to be decisive and act like a hero
maintaining Odysseus estate
choosing one of the suitors daughters to marry
Correct Response
enduring the suitors' abuse
Incorrect
0 / 1 points
5.
In the second lecture of this week, we spoke of an idea we called "double determination." Check all
statements below that express the core idea.
When someone performs an admirable action, the gods and fate are thought to have made it
happen, but still, the person who performed the action deserves praise.
Correct Response
When bad things happen to good people, it is the gods fault; but when good things happen to bad
people, the gods still get credit for it.
Incorrect Response
When something good happens to a bad person, it shows that the Homeric gods are not paying
attention.
Incorrect Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
6.
Who is Telemachus' primary mentor?
Athena
Correct Response
Eumaeus
Nestor
Zeus
Incorrect
0 / 1 points
7.
In the Odyssey books one through four which of the following things happen? Check all that apply.
Orestes teams up with his sister.
Correct Response
Odysseus greets queen Arete
Correct Response
Telemachus discusses family values with Orestes.
Incorrect Response
Telemachus mind is broadened through travel.
Incorrect Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
8.
What is the proper emotional reaction of a hero to an injustice?
fear
anger
Correct Response
disappointment
sorrow
all of these
Correct
1 / 1 points
9.
In what way do characters in the Odyssey hold up Orestes as a model for Telemachus?
He shows Telemachus the value of extreme wealth.
He demonstrates that you must take action against an injustice, no matter what it takes.
Correct Response
He follows the guidance given by Athena.
He demonstrates the correct way to make a sacrifice.
Correct
1 / 1 points
10.
Who does NOT advise Telemachus on his travels?
Teiresias
Correct Response
Nestor
Athena
Menelaus
Correct
1 / 1 points
11.
What is the first action we see Odysseus accomplish, after he is told he is free to leave Calypso's
island?
destroy Calypso's longstanding enemy to free her from his oppression
build a raft
Correct Response
pillage a city
kill a boar
Correct
1 / 1 points
12.
According to Homer, which of the following describes Odysseus situation as he lands on Scheria for
the first time?
He is like an invisible avenger, back to set things right.
He is like a man arriving home, finally safe after storm-tossed suffering.
He is sent away, which was lucky since they were going to eat him.
He is like a glowing piece of metal a blacksmith buries, hoping the fire lasts the night.
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
13.
What happens when a Phaeacian meets a god face-to-face?
They are immolated, like all humans are when they see the gods face-to-face.
Nothing special: the Phaeacians regularly see the gods without disguise.
Correct Response
They shrink in stature.
They turn into swine.
Correct
1 / 1 points
14.
What is Odysseus first action, as the mist hiding him lifts, after he enters the palace on Scheria?
He asks to marry Nausicaa.
He grabs the knees of the queen Arete.
Correct Response
He praises the beauty of Nausicaa.
He comments on the wealth of Alcinous.
Correct
1 / 1 points
15.
Which of the following is NOT a standard feature of xenia?
holding a feast in a guest's honor
holding festive games in a guest's honor
the lavishing of extravagant gifts on a guest
checking a guest's identity before gifts are bestowed
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
16.
Which of the following is an example of a functionalist reading?
In the Odyssey many aspects of the story legitimize the central role of xenia in Greek culture.
Correct Response
To understand Odysseus, one must understand his function in the story. As a male hero, he
demonstrates to the Greeks how a man is supposed to function in society.
Calypsos character provides an example of the archetype of the jealous wife.
The Phaeacians in the Odyssey provide a warning to all readers at all times not to display excessive
wealth.
Correct
1 / 1 points
17.
Why does Odysseus initially enter the athletic games among the Phaeacians?
His fighting spirit overcomes his better judgment.
Broadsea has taunted him.
Correct Response
He knows that he will only get to Ithaka if he proves his strength.
He desires to prove his superior athleticism to Alcinous.
Correct
1 / 1 points
18.
Which of the following is NOT one of the stories sung by Demodocus?
the Trojan Horse
the argument between Odysseus and Achilles
the love affair of Ares and Aphrodite
the birth of Athena
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
19.
What pieces of information does Alcinous ask for from Odysseus at the close of book 8?
name, parents names, history of his city
name, hometown, why he came to Scheria
name, wifes name, children, past
name, lineage, hometown, past
Correct Response
Correct
1 / 1 points
20.
Which of the following is a part of the allegorical interpretation of Heraclitus on the love of Ares and
Aphrodite?
The story shows the dangers of adulterous activity and public fornication.
The story demonstrates that the gods are subject to human frailties.
The story shows that public humiliation is the worst punishment.
The story conveys the union of love and strife.
