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The Iliad
Was Dolon an admirable character?
Dolon was not an admirable character since he spilled out the facts about the Thracians during
his capture. Being a spy, he should not reveal the plans of his people even if it would cost him
his life.
Alternative title for Maurauding Night.
The Ravaging Expedition During the Dark
What does Agamemnon do on his day of glory?
During the day of glory of Agamemnon, he stepped out to lead the battle leading the Greeks to
war. Despite his hot headedness, he listened to some of the advices of his counselor Old Nestor.
He was able to kill Antiphus and other Trojan warriors (Homer).
Give an example of Hector’s leadership style from Books 10 through 13.
Hector’s leadership style is very idealistic due to his maturity as a ruler. He showed social
responsibility and heroic capabilities.
What is Poseidon doing in Books 12 through 14 and why?
Poseidon participated in the Trojan War. He went down to the earth disguised as Calchas and
provided strenght to the two Aeantes. Poseidon also went to the troops and encourage them.
Also, he encouraged Idomenus to renew his courage (Homer).
Why is it so vital for the Greeks to protect their ships?
The ships were important for the Greeks during the Trojan War because it served as the resting
place for them. They have numerous ships which they used to carry all their warriors as they go
to war with the Trojans.
Who is Phoenix?
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According to the Greek mythology, Phoenix is the son of the king of Thessalian Hellas,
Amyntor. In the Book IX of the Iliad, Phoenix accompanied the son of Pereus, Achilles, to Troy.
He was also paved way for the reconciliation of Achilles with Agamemnon.
List three steps that Hera took to try to attrack Zeus in Book 14.
In the Book 14 of Iliad, Hera set out to attack Zeus through deception and distraction. She
connived with Aphrodite and Poseidon to help the Greeks in the Trojan War. She seduced Zeus
to lure him to bed. She then asked Sleep, the brother of Death, to put a spell upon Zeus, and
make him sleep. During the time when Zeus was sleeping, Hera then made the Trojans fall.
How does Zeus demonstrate an amazing lack of tactfulness in his response to Hera?
Zeus was very careless in his response to Hera. He allowed himself to be seduced and lured into
bed. He forgot his durty to look upon the activities of the people during the war. His distraction
led to the fall of the Trojans.
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Works Cited:
Homer. “Illiad”. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press. 1924. Retrieved from:
http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/hopper/text?doc=Perseus%3Atext%3A1999.01.0134%3Abook%3
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