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Blog #23 March 14, 2019

1. How long did it take Odysseus to return home from the Trojan War? It took him 10 years. 
2. According to Google Maps, how long should this trip have taken? Between 1-3 days.
3. According to archeological evidence, when did the Trojan War occur? Between the 12th and 13th century.
4. When did Homer compose The Odyssey? Between the 8th - 12th century. 
5. What is the definition of “epic poem”? An epic poem is a long, narrative poem that is usually about heroic deeds and events that are significant to the culture of the poet.
6. Who is Odysseus’ wife? Penelope
7. Who is Odysseus’ son? Telemachus
8. What happens in the cave of the Cyclops? Cyclops starts to eat Odysseus' people but, Odysseus gets the Cyclops drunk and blinds him with his sphere. 
9. Is Odysseus a hero? Why or why not? Yes because he shows courage and intelligence when fighting people and setting a good example for the people in his town. 
10. What is considered one of the most beautiful lines in all of Homer? "And so she too rejoiced, her gaze upon her husband, her white arms round him pressed as though forever." 

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