The Importance of Odysseus' Intelligence
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Phrases that editors have used to describe Odysseus include "insatiable curiosity," "probing and versatile intelligence," and "soberly courageous" (97, 98). Which do you think describes him best? Are there other words or phrases you would use instead?
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This solution describes how above all else Odysseus uses his intelligence to get himself home after a long, treacherous journey.
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Any of those three descriptions may be argued for Odysseus, which one do you think fits him the most after reading The Odyssey?
I think of those three descriptions the most important of his traits seems to be intelligence.. Often times Odysseus is referred to as "the cunning," which sheds light on how well known his intelligence was. Looking through the story there are many instances of Odysseus' good ideas being the saving grace for him and ...
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