Question

In Book 9 of the Odyssey, Ulysses saves himself and his men by blinding Polyphemus. Which lines reflect the Cyclops's disappointment at being defeated by guile and not by strength?

Answer 1

Answer:

"Long since he menaced, such was Fate's command;

Besides, named Ulysses as the destined hand.

I deemed some godlike giant to behold,

Or lofty hero, proud, brave, and bold;

Not this weak pigmy wretch, of mean design,

Who, not by strength, subdued me, but by wine."

Explanation:

Unwillingly Odysseus tells Phaeaciana, the tale of the wonderings that he had experienced. However, he was swept by the winds together with his men to Cicone's city. Unfortunately, the men are swiped away, but their greed kept them alive until they finally managed to escape even though they had lost almost six men.

The Natives gave Odysseus an intoxicated fruit from the lotus. As sonars, they ate the fruit and all their memories lost, and they were not able to think of anything else but to stay and eat more fruits.