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Read/Act out Book 22

Discussion:

Why does Homer includes such a violent scene? What’s the impact of this violence? What is he trying to show us about the suitors/Odysseus? How does Telemachus demonstrate his qualities in this scene? Why is it key that Penelope is asleep for the whole battle? How does our modern reading affect our stance on the violence in Book 22?

After reading The Odyssey thus far, and particularly Book 22, take a stance: is Odysseus justified in his behavior/treatment of the suitors/maids? Why or why not? Use textual evidence (quote and/or examples) from the text to back up your ideas.

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