Question

How has Odysseus changed in the years since he has been away? Specifically, compare his behavior in the episode with the Cyclops regarding how he acts in this scene when confronted by the suitors.

Answer 1

His most distinguishing trait, however, is his sharp intellect. Odysseus’s quick thinking helps him out of some very tough situations, as when he escapes from the cave of the Cyclops in Book 9, or when he hides his slaughter of the suitors by having his minstrel strike up a wedding tune in Book 23.