Court Martial

In your opinion, is Odysseus a moral man? Please respond in a comment and use at least 3 of the Chapter 5 vocabulary words in your response.

I see on the new post that is shows and italic button, but I couldn't find that while trying to edit my blog post. Could you maybe show us where it is in class?

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The Cyclops Polyphemus

This is the key episode. Note the description of the island and the nature of Cyclopean society. Pay attention to O's behavior. Is it commendable? Is he a good guest? Is Polyphemus a good host? Look for mentions of Zeus and the guest-host relationship.What vice gets O into trouble? What virtue gets him out of it? What types of behavior do you think are approved and condemned by this story?