Reading Response Questions for The Odyssey
1. What does Odysseus’ rejection of Calypso’s offer of immortality say about his view of human
life? (250 words)
2. How does The Odyssey treat mortal women? (250 words)
3. What does the poem say about the roles of gods/goddesses and their relationship to mortals?
(250 words)
4. What is The Odyssey about? (Keep in mind that Odysseus gets to Ithaca halfway through the
poem.) (250 words)