Question

Match each of Ulysses's characteristics as an epic hero to an event in Homer's Odyssey.

Answer 1

First of all, what is the definition of an epic hero? What makes an epic hero?

In homer's point of view, an epic hero must have/be these characteristics: 

- Undying bravery
- A supernatural power or talent
- A noble birth
- A warrior
- Humility
- Worldly (Travels great distances to complete great deeds and missions)

Now comparing these traits to Ulysses, we come up with this:

- Undying bravery
           He faces many challenges and yet, survives and conquers
- A supernatural power or talent:
           He is a mighty warrior
- A noble birth
           He is the son of a descendant of Hermes (his mother) and King of the Cephallenians (his father)
- A warrior
           He proves himself to be a mighty warrior by surviving all the challenges presented to him on his long quest.
- Humility
           He is not arrogant and performs justice by executing the men and women who worked against him
- Worldly 
           He travels far and wide to finish his quest and return home safely.