The Trunk of the Olive Tree
THE ODYSSEY translated by Robert Fitzgerald
1. What news does Eurykleia bring to Penelope? Why does the woman no believe her servant?
2. Why is Odysseus eager to keep the news of the slayings from the citizens of Ithaka?
3. What disclosure does Odysseus make that finally allows Penelope to accept that her long-lost husband has returned?
4. Why does Odysseus order the ladies of the manor to hide themselves?
5. Where do Odysseus, Telemachos and the faithful herdsmen travel to? How does Athena assist with their sojourn?
