The Odyssey
Extended Response Prompts
Choose one of the prompts below. Write about a full page response to the prompt using specific evidence
from the text. Summaries should be shorter than analysis. Include an effective introduction and
conclusion. 20 points.
1.
Some argue that Penelope is just as much a hero as her famous husband. She is also seen as being
a more pure character than Odysseus. Explain why Penelope is just as great, if not greater, of a
hero as Odysseus.
2.
Odysseus and his wife are not so different in the ways they deal with their conflicts. Using
examples and summaries, explain how Odysseus and his wife are similar.
3.
Odysseus is considered to be an epic hero. Look up the term, “epic hero” and summarize some of
Odysseus’ accomplishments that make him fit the definition of an epic hero.
4.
As we read The Odyssey, we learned a lot about the ancient Greeks. Tell me about a few of those
things and summarize the scenes that helped to teach us.
5.
The Greek gods were important characters in the story. Summarize some of the things that they
did and then analyze what the Greeks believed their gods were like.
The Odyssey
Extended Response Prompts
Choose one of the prompts below. Write about a full page response to the prompt using specific evidence
from the text. Summaries should be shorter than analysis. Include an effective introduction and
conclusion. 20 points.
1.
Some argue that Penelope is just as much a hero as her famous husband. She is also seen as being
a more pure character than Odysseus. Explain why Penelope is just as great, if not greater, of a
hero as Odysseus.
2.
Odysseus and his wife are not so different in the ways they deal with their conflicts. Using
examples and summaries, explain how Odysseus and his wife are similar.
3.
Odysseus is considered to be an epic hero. Look up the term, “epic hero” and summarize some of
Odysseus’ accomplishments that make him fit the definition of an epic hero.
4.
As we read The Odyssey, we learned a lot about the ancient Greeks. Tell me about a few of those
things and summarize the scenes that helped to teach us.
5.
The Greek gods were important characters in the story. Summarize some of the things that they
did and then analyze what the Greeks believed their gods were like.