1. A value is important to a society because it is
the measure used to determine how good a person is.
an amount of goods or services considered reasonable.
a human characteristic that is considered desirable.
the financial cost of an item, which is very important.
2. When making a prediction about reading, students should make a(n) __________
about what is likely to happen next.
3. Which is a step in making and checking predictions while reading?
listing characters and their personality traits
connecting clues to background knowledge
interpreting symbols within figurative language
identifying setting and plot in the literature
4. Which excerpt from The Odyssey best demonstrates the importance of perseverance in Greek society?
Long ships
with good stout planks athwart—would fighters rig them
to ride the barren sea, except for hunger?
“I learned
to keep my head in hardship—years of war
and years at sea. Let this new trial come.”
The young men, afterward,
hunted wild goats with him, and hare, and deer,
but he had grown old in his master's absence.
No man of woman born could work these wonders
by his own craft, unless a god came into it
with ease to turn him young or old at will.
5. Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.
But when he knew he heard
Odysseus' voice nearby, he did his best
to wag his tail, nose down, with flattened ears,
having no strength to move nearer his master.
And the man looked away,
wiping a salt tear from his cheek:
What does the dog, Argus, represent in this excerpt?
loyalty
sadness
illness
ignorance
6. Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.
Then, throwing
his arms around this marvel of a father
Telemachus began to weep. Salt tears
rose from the wells of longing in both men,
and cries burst from both as keen and fluttering
as those of the great taloned hawk,
whose nestings farmers take before they fly
This excerpt is an example of which value important to ancient Greek society?
hospitality
generosity
perseverance
family ties
7. Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.
The noble and enduring man replied:
“No god. Why take me for a god? No, no.
I am that father whom your boyhood lacked
and suffered pain for lack of. I am he.”
Held back too long, the tears ran down his cheeks
as he embraced his son.
Based on this excerpt, what is the best prediction about the future relationship between Telemachus and Odysseus?
Telemachus will imitate Odysseus.
Telemachus will reject Odysseus.
Telemachus and Odysseus will fight to the death.
Telemachus and Odysseus will work together.
8. Rachel is making predictions about The Odyssey as she reads this excerpt.
So she described it, sitting in her chamber
among her maids—while her true lord was eating.
Then she called in the forester and said:
“Go to that man on my behalf, Eumaeus,
and send him here, so I can greet and question him.
Abroad in the great world, he may have heard
rumors about Odysseus—may have known him!”
Rachel makes the prediction that Penelope will discover the stranger’s true identity. Which detail best supports her prediction?
he may have heard/ rumors about Odysseus
sitting in her chamber/ among her maids
Then she called in the forester
Abroad in the great world
9. Which is a common symbol of love and commitment?
a national flag
a white dove
a wedding ring
a music note
10. Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.
"My friend,
here is the beautiful place—who could mistake it?
Here is Odysseus' hall: no hall like this
See how one chamber grows out of another;
see how the court is tight with wall and coping;
no man at arms could break this gateway down!”
This excerpt is an example of which value important to ancient Greek society?
home
family
strength
glory
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Here are the answers to your questions based on the excerpts from The Odyssey and general knowledge of literary themes:
A value is important to a society because it is a human characteristic that is considered desirable.
When making a prediction about reading, students should make a(n) inference about what is likely to happen next.
Which is a step in making and checking predictions while reading? connecting clues to background knowledge
Which excerpt from The Odyssey best demonstrates the importance of perseverance in Greek society? “I learned to keep my head in hardship—years of war and years at sea. Let this new trial come.”
What does the dog, Argus, represent in this excerpt? loyalty
This excerpt is an example of which value important to ancient Greek society? family ties
Based on this excerpt, what is the best prediction about the future relationship between Telemachus and Odysseus? Telemachus and Odysseus will work together.
Which detail best supports Rachel’s prediction? he may have heard/ rumors about Odysseus
Which is a common symbol of love and commitment? a wedding ring
This excerpt is an example of which value important to ancient Greek society? strength
80 percent!! for number two i did scientific explanation or something
When you have a problem that needs to be solved, what steps do you tend to take? Check any that apply.
I procrastinate to avoid dealing with the problem.
I take action right away.
I think about what the best solution for me will be.
I think about what the best solution for everyone will be.
I make a plan and stick to it no matter what.
It sounds like you're making good progress in reflecting on how you approach problem-solving! Regarding number two, "inference" fits well in the context of making predictions based on the text, but a scientific explanation could also relate to formulating hypotheses or conclusions based on observations.
As for the question about problem-solving, here are some thoughts on the responses:
I procrastinate to avoid dealing with the problem. (This can often lead to more stress later.)
I take action right away. (This is a proactive approach and may help in quickly resolving the issue.)
I think about what the best solution for me will be. (This shows self-awareness but may not consider the wider impact.)
I think about what the best solution for everyone will be. (This reflects a collaborative and inclusive mindset.)
I make a plan and stick to it no matter what. (This indicates determination, although flexibility can sometimes be beneficial too.)
You can select any combination of those steps that resonate with your approach to problem-solving! It's great to evaluate and understand your thought processes—it can help you refine your strategies over time.
What conclusions can be drawn about Odysseus based on a comparison between him and the Cyclops? Check all that apply.
Odysseus is nothing like the different creatures he meets.
Odysseus shares some personality traits with the supernatural creatures he defeats.
Odysseus is careful to show that he is concerned about his men.
Odysseus is more clever than the Cyclops.
Odysseus and the Cyclops both care about taking care of other people.
Based on a comparison between Odysseus and the Cyclops in The Odyssey, the following conclusions can be drawn:
Odysseus shares some personality traits with the supernatural creatures he defeats. (This can be true as both Odysseus and the Cyclops display aspects of cunning and strength, even if they manifest differently.)
Odysseus is careful to show that he is concerned about his men. (Odysseus often exhibits concern for his crew throughout the journey, especially when strategizing their escape from the Cyclops.)
Odysseus is more clever than the Cyclops. (Odysseus uses his intelligence and cunning to outsmart the Cyclops, which highlights his superior wits.)
So, the checked statements would be:
Odysseus shares some personality traits with the supernatural creatures he defeats.
Odysseus is careful to show that he is concerned about his men.
Odysseus is more clever than the Cyclops.
The other two options—"Odysseus is nothing like the different creatures he meets" and "Odysseus and the Cyclops both care about taking care of other people"—are generally not applicable based on the characterization in the epic. Odysseus does have similarities to the creatures he encounters, particularly in terms of survival instincts, and the Cyclops shows little care for anyone but himself.
Odysseus shares some personality traits with the supernatural creatures he defeats. and Odysseus is more clever than the Cyclops.
Twenty years gone, and I am back again
on my own island.
As for my change of skin,
that is a charm Athena, Hope of Soldiers,
uses as she will; she has the knack
to make me seem a beggar man sometimes
and sometimes young, with finer clothes about me.
It is no hard thing for the gods of heaven
to glorify a man or bring him low.
—The Odyssey,
Homer
Based on what Odysseus says in the passage, what has he learned?
Humans can become like gods.
Humans are under the gods’ control.
Humans can change from beggars to soldiers.
Based on the passage from The Odyssey, the best conclusion about what Odysseus has learned is:
Humans are under the gods’ control.
Odysseus acknowledges that the gods have the power to change his appearance and status at will, which reflects his understanding of the influence and power the gods hold over mortals. This theme ties closely to the overarching narrative of The Odyssey, where divine intervention plays a significant role in the fate of human characters.
What can a reader who knows the steps of the hero quest predict about the rest of The Odyssey? Check all that apply.
Odysseus will face his biggest challenge yet.
Odysseus will continue to face small challenges.
Odysseus will change even more.
Odysseus will become his old self.
Odysseus will be able to truly go home.
A reader who understands the steps of the hero's quest can make the following predictions about the rest of The Odyssey:
Odysseus will face his biggest challenge yet. (As a hero's journey often culminates in a major challenge, Odysseus will likely encounter significant obstacles as he returns home.)
Odysseus will continue to face small challenges. (Throughout his journey, he faces various smaller challenges before reaching his final destination.)
Odysseus will change even more. (The hero's journey typically involves personal growth and transformation, and Odysseus has already changed considerably during his adventures.)
Odysseus will be able to truly go home. (Ultimately, the hero's journey often concludes with the hero returning home, suggesting that Odysseus will eventually succeed in this after completing his trials.)
The statement "Odysseus will become his old self." is less applicable, as a hero’s journey involves growth and change rather than simply returning to one’s previous state.
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