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Exploring Themes and Characters of The Odyssey and Greek Mythology**

This exploration delves into the rich tapestry of themes and characters in Homer's "The Odyssey." Key elements include the enigmatic Cyclops, the alluring Calypso, and the underworld's significance as represented by the River Styx and Hades. Touching upon ancient Greece's cultural landscape, references to the Trojan War, iconic figures like Achilles and Helen of Troy, and the gods such as Zeus and Poseidon illustrate the vast settings and epic characteristics, including the hero's quest, supernatural forces, and cultural values inherent in this timeless narrative.

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Exploring Themes and Characters of The Odyssey and Greek Mythology**

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  1. Bellwork13 10.13/14 List anything you know or think of when you read the following: • The Odyssey • Homer • Cyclops • Calypso • Styx • The Underworld • Ancient Greece • Modern Greece • The Trojan War/Troy • Achilles • Helen of Troy • Zeus • Helen of Troy • Hades • Poseidon

  2. Characteristics of an Epic • Physically impressive hero of national importance.  • Vast setting including all the known world and sometimes the Land of the Dead.  • Quest for something valuable  • Supernatural forces at work  • Glorification of the hero in the end  • Values rooted in a specific culture

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