Book 18

Question 1

Who is Arnaeus?

Answer 1

A beggar that challenges Odysseus to a boxing match

Question 2

What does Arnaeus say to Odysseus?

Answer 2

Challenges him to a boxing match

Athena gives Odysseus extra strength which helps him win

Question 3

What does Odysseus say to Amphinomus?

Answer 3

Tells him to leave and that Odysseus will return soon

But he refuses

Question 4

What does Athena say to the suitors?

Answer 4

That Odysseus had instructed her to take a new husband and also tricks them into giving we gifts

Question 5

Which maid insults Odysseus in book 18?

Answer 5

Melantho

Question 6

Who tells Eurymachus to insult the beggar (Odysseus)?

Answer 6

Athena 
Eurymachus insults him 
Odysseus responds
Eurymachus throws a chair
Telemachus steps in

Question 7

Themes in book 18?

Answer 7

Intervention of the gods - Athena
Cunning - Penelope
Bad Xenia-Eurymachus