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Book Nine: New Coasts and Poseidons Son

GREEK GODS APPEARING IN BOOK 9

On Pg. 1091 Copy down the brief description given of the following Greek Gods/Creatures that
appear in Book 9

CIRCE

CYCLOPES

APOLLO

POSEIDON

From what point of view is Book Nine told? (first, second, third) ____________________________________
Summarize whats happening in lines 1-28:
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Epic Hero: Reread lines 24-26. What does Odysseus value most highly?
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The Lotus Eaters
What happens when someone eats a lotus flower?
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How does Odysseus remove his comrades from the island? How does he secure them in the ship?
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