Questions for Study and Discussion 15 September
In Iliad 23 what perspective is offered by the Chariot Race?
What does the funeral suggest about Heroism and Community?
What is the meaning of death in this context?
Compare the funeral of Hector with that of Patroclus
Why does the epic end with the two funerals and the ransoming of the body of Hector?
What finally gets Achilles to give back the body of Hector?
Why is Hermes the guide to Priam?
What is suggested by Achilles sensing how his father will react to his death?
Books 1 and 2 of The Odyssey
What are some consequences of starting the story in the middle?
How do women hold and express power?
What does Calypso offer Odysseus- Keep track of his temptations?
What is the Arete of Penelope?
How do the suitors abuse guest friendship?
Why do we get the story of Telemachus? What does he need from his father? Is Athena a kind of surrogate Father?