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Explore the fascinating world of Greek mythology with this quiz focused on Odysseus's epic journey. Test your knowledge on key characters like Athena, Circe, and the challenges Odysseus faced, such as the Cyclops and the Sirens. From Odysseus's clever escapes to the bittersweet reunion with his wife, Penelope, this quiz dives deep into the themes of loyalty, cunning, and the favor of the gods. Perfect for mythology enthusiasts and fans of Homer’s "The Odyssey," challenge yourself or others in a fun, educational format!
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Gods and Goddesses Mere Mortals Monsters Travel & Tourism Misc. $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $200 $200 $200 $200 $200 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500
What god aids Odysseus? Category 1: $100: A
Zeus Category 1: $100: Q
Who changes Odysseus into a beggar? Category 1: $200: A
Athena Category 1: $200: Q
Who keeps Odysseus a prisoner for seven years? Category 1: $300: A
Calypso Category 1: $300: Q
Whom does Homer call on to help tell his story? Category 1: $400: A
The Muse Category 1: $400: Q
Who changes Odysseus’s men into pigs ? Category 1: $500: A
Circe Category 1: $500: Q
Which suitor does Odysseus kill first? Category 2: $100: A
Antinous Category 2: $100: Q
Who was Odysseus’s wife? Category 2: $200: A
Penelope Category 2: $200: Q
What does Odysseus put in his men’s ears to keep out the sound of the sirens? Category 2: $300: A
wax Category 2: $300: Q
Who asks Odysseus to give him a proper burial? Category 2: $400: A
Elpenor Category 2: $400: Q
Daily Double!!! Who gives Odysseus a bag of winds? Category 2: $500: A
Aeolus Category 2: $500: Q
What monster sucks down sea water three times a day? Category 3: $100: A
Charybdis Category 3: $100: Q
What convention is usedto escape from the Cyclops’ cave? Category 3: $200: A
The number 3- he ties three sheep together Category 3: $200: Q
How many heads does Scylla have? Category 3: $300: A
six Category 3: $300: Q
What is the son of Poseidon called? Category 3: $400: A
Polyphemus Category 3: $400: Q
In addition to anger, the Cyclops showed ________when he realized that Odysseus had outsmarted him. Category 3: $500: A
incredulity Category 3: $500: Q
Where does the Phaeacian ship take Odysseus? Category 4: $100: A
Ithaca Category 4: $100: Q
Who would you visit and where would you visit him/her if you wanted your future foretold? Category 4: $200: A
Tiresias/ Land of the Dead Category 4: $200: Q
Where can you go to forget your troubles and woes? Category 4: $300: A
The Land of the Lotus Eaters Category 4: $300: Q
What is the name of the epic poem that tells of the battle of Troy? Category 4: $400: A
The Iliad Category 4: $400: Q
Who shows “Greek style” hospitality to Odysseus when he shows up at his hut dressed as a beggar? Category 4: $500: A
Eumaeus, his old & faithful swineherd Category 4: $500: Q
How many axes must the suitors shoot through? Category 5: $100: A
twelve Category 5: $100: Q
What convention is “Zeus, the son of Cronos”called? Category 5: $200: A
patronymics Category 5: $200: Q
Odysseus begins his story half way into it. What is that called? Category 5: $300: A
In medias res Category 5: $300: Q
Who recognizes Odysseus first? Category 5: $400: A
His dog, Argus Category 5: $400: Q
What is the prayer called which traditionally opens an epic? Category 5: $500: A
