The Adventures of Odysseus Part I “Sailing From Troy” Pgs. 981-984 DIRECTIONS: Restate and Respond to the following questions WHILE you read. What is Odysseus’ Ordinary World? What mistakes did Odysseus and his men make in Ismarus? Give an example for Stage 6 of the Hero’s Journey. What is Odysseus’ motivation for his epic journey?
“The Lotus Eaters” Pgs. 984-985 DIRECTIONS: Restate and Respond to the following questions WHILE you read. Why is it taking Odysseus so long to travel home? Which god can we blame? What is the result of eating the Lotus plant? What can you compare the Lotus to in the real world? What heroic qualities does Odysseus exhibit in the encounter with the Lotus-Eaters?