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Odysseus

Terms in this set (8)

Epic
a long poem, typically one derived from ancient oral tradition (told over and over), narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures or the history of a nation.
Hubris
excessive pride, conceit, or self-confidence. Sometimes called 'fatal flaw'
Epic hero
a brave and noble character in an epic poem, admired for great achievements or affected by great events. Example: Odysseus
Heroic quest
The heroes journey in the story. has 7 stages: 1. regular life (family/day to day activities) 2. call to actin (fighting/arms) 3. trials and failures (test hero-failures make him stronger) 4. the abyss (worst moment) 5. trials and success (tests hero-wins+ builds confidence) 6. the ultimate test (epic battle) 7. the homecoming (resolution)
regular life
Odysseus is the king of Ithaca (in Greece), married to/in love with Penelope, had a son shortly before he left Ithaca.
call to action
Fellow kings called Odysseus to help in a war with Troy.
first trial
Odysseus offended the gods after winning the Trojan War by saying he didn't need anyone. Poseidon told Odysseus he would never see Ithaca again.
Trojan horse
A large hollow wooden figure of a horse (filled with Greek soldiers) given to the Trojans as a 'piece' offering.
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