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Trojan War analysis

Nov 4, 1200

The Trojan War was a famous conflict from Greek mythology, fought between the city of Troy and the Greek forces. It began when Paris, a Trojan prince, took Helen from her husband, Menelaus, the king of Sparta. The war lasted for ten years, with many heroes like Achilles, Hector, and Odysseus playing main roles. It ended when the Greeks tricked the Trojans with the famous Trojan horse, allowing them to sneak into Troy and defeat the city.

Trojan war Description

Nov 4, 1200

The Trojan War is a legendary conflict in Greek mythology that people say was fought between the city of Troy and a group of Greek states, and many stories tell of the great heroes who participated in this famous battle. Paris, a prince of Troy, kidnapped Helen and she was the wife of Menelaus who was the king of Sparta. A massive Greek army was assembled to bring Helen back because this act prompted many people to join the cause and fight together for her return.

Lotus-Eaters Description

Nov 10, 1200

The “Lotus Eaters” are a group of people in the Odyssey, an Ancient Greek story. They live on an island where they eat a special plant called the lotus, making them forget everything, including their home and goals. When Odysseus and his crew arrived on the island, some of his men ate the lotus and doesn’t want to leave. They forgot about going back to their family and were tempted to eat more lotus.The Lotus-Eaters showed how easy it was to get lost in comfort and forget about what’s important.

Lotus-Eaters Analysis

Nov 10, 1200

The “Lotus Eaters” represent the temptation to give up important goals for temporary fun. When the men ate the lotus, they forgot their mission to return home. This scene in the Odyssey teaches u that we should stay focused on our goals and not let distractions take us off course. Odysseus decision to drag his men away from the lotus Island shows his strong leadership and determination to return home.

Cyclops Analysis

Nov 16, 1200

In the Odyssey the Cyclops shows the danger of being to prideful and not thinking ahead. When Odysseus and his men were trapped, they could’ve escaped quietly, but Odysseus decides to trick the Cyclops instead. The plan worked, until Odysseus started bragging after they escaped, So Odysseus and his men ended up getting cursed by the Cyclops.

Cyclops Description

Nov 16, 1200

Cyclops Is a giant creature frl, Greek mythology that has only one eye in the middle. Cyclops are known for being strong, wild, and living in caves or remote places. But sometimes they are helpful, like when Odysseus encountered one Odyssey.

Aeolus- Bag of wind Analysis

Nov 20, 1200

The bag of winds represented how curious its and disobedience can lead to bigger problems. Even though Aeolus granted Odysseus a power gift to help him get home, Odysseus men lack of trust and patience made them open the bag. This mistake took them off course, showing that if they had followed Odysseus instructions they wouldn’t have had a difficult journey back home.

Aeolus- Bag Of Wind Description

Nov 20, 1200

Aeolus Is the God of winds, In the story he gives Odysseus a bag of wind filled with all of the winds except the one him and his men need to sail home. Odyssey’s men were curious about what could be inside the bag, so they opened the bag while he was sleep, releasing all of the winds causing the ship off the cruise.

Circe Analysis

Nov 23, 1200

Circe is seen as danger and help. She uses her powers to trap Odysseus and his men, representing how unpredictable she was. But when Odysseus resisted her she decided to become an ally. This is proving that even the most dangerous characters are capable of being helpful if faced with courage and wisdom.

Circe Description

Nov 23, 1200

Circe is a powerful Goddess who lives on an island. When Odysseus and his men arrived, she used magic to turn them into pigs. But, with help from the God Hermes, Odysseus was able to resist the magic she had and convinced her to change his men back. After changing the, Circe became an ally, She offered advice and help to continue Odysseus and his men journey back home.

Sirens Analysis

Nov 26, 1200

The sirens are symbolized as danger of temptation and how it can lead to destruction. When they sing it is meant to lure sailors into a trap, demonstrating how easy it is to be distracted by something that sounds or looks nice.

Sirens Description

Nov 26, 1200

Sirens are described as dangerous creatures with powerful voices that lure sailors to their death. Sirens sing songs that make sailors want to hop off of ships or sail towards them, but the closer they get, the more the ships crash on the rocks. Odysseus knows about sirens, so he commanded his men to block out their ears with wax, he also told the men to tie him down to the boat so he won’t be tempted by the sirens.

Scylla and Charybdis Description

Nov 30, 1200

Scylla and Charybdis are two monsters that Odysseus has to come across during his journey. Scylla is a creature that snatches sailors, while Charybdis is a giant whirlpool that swallows and spits out water, threatening to sink ships. Odysseus must make a choice between those two options on his journey back home.

Scylla and Charybdis Analysis

Nov 30, 1200

Both creatures Scylla and Charybdis represent impossible choices to go again because both of them are impossible to get through with Odysseus and his men. This encounter with Odysseus shows the difficult decisions a leader has to make and how sometimes, surviving means facing the lesser of evils.

Hellos’ Cattle Description

Dec 3, 1200

Hellos’ Cattle’s are sacred, beautiful, and powerful animals that live on an island. They belong to the son god, Helios, and aren’t meant to be eaten or harmed. Cattle’s are giant, strong and considered so important the gods punish anyone who dares to hurt them. When Odysseus men killed and ate the cattle, it brung disaster upon them, Demonstrating how serious it is to disrespect the gods commands.

Hellos’ Cattle Analysis

Dec 3, 1200

Hellos’ Cattle are sacred animals that live on the island of Thrinacia. Odysseus men were warned not to harm the cattle, but they were tempted by hunger and disobeyed his warning. When they killed and ate the cattle, It angered the Helios, who demanded revenge from the Gods.

Suitors/Home Description

Dec 6, 1200

Suitors is a group of rude, greedy men who invades Odysseus home while he is gone. They want to marry Odysseus wife (Penelope), and take over his kingdom. The suitors live in Odysseus palace, eating up his food, and causing chaos, thinking Odysseus will never return back home.

Suitors/Home Analysis

Dec 6, 1200

Suitors represents disrespect and greed because they took over Odysseus home while he was not present. They abused his hospitality by eating up all of his food, waste of resources, and trying to marry his wife. This symbolizes how bad rules of guest and friendship are treated. But soon after Odysseus returned home and punished the suitors, reclaiming the love of him and Penelope.