1. JOURNAL “I am Laertes’ Son” and “The Lotus Eaters”
You must have at least a half page of writing total!
“I am Laertes’ Son”: Select one of the questions.
Cite text evidence from “I am Laertes’ Son” that shows how Odysseus will repay the hospitality shown by Alcinous. Why is this vow important?
What do the details in lines reveal about Odysseus’ feelings?
“The Lotus Eaters”: Select one of the questions.
Cite text evidence to describe how the Lotus Eaters pose a threat to Odysseus and his men.
What does the description of the incident with the Lotus Eaters add to the epic? Why doesn’t Odysseus elaborate further on his description of the incident?