The Island Of The Cicones And The Lotus-eaters

Reviewed by Editorial Team
The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.
Learn about Our Editorial Process
| By Andre123
A
Andre123
Community Contributor
Quizzes Created: 1 | Total Attempts: 275
| Attempts: 276
SettingsSettings
Please wait...
  • 1/8 Questions

    This plant caused them to forget about what?

    • Job
    • Money
    • Food
    • Homeland
Please wait...
About This Quiz

This is a way too hard quiz
trust me

Mythology Quizzes & Trivia

Quiz Preview

  • 2. 

    Odysseus was known as an_____in this story.

    • Villain

    • Slave

    • Epic hero

    Correct Answer
    A. Epic hero
    Explanation
    In the story, Odysseus is portrayed as a brave and courageous character who embarks on a long and treacherous journey to return home. He displays qualities such as intelligence, bravery, and leadership, which are characteristic of an epic hero. Odysseus faces numerous challenges and overcomes them through his wit and strategic thinking. He is also depicted as a noble and honorable character, further emphasizing his status as an epic hero.

    Rate this question:

  • 3. 

    Getting chased off the Island led them to what other Island?

    • Land of the pyrenees

    • Island of the cicones

    • Water eaters

    • Land of the lotus-eaters

    Correct Answer
    A. Land of the lotus-eaters
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "land of the lotus-eaters". In Greek mythology, after being chased off an island, Odysseus and his men ended up on the land of the lotus-eaters. This is where they encountered a tribe whose people consumed the lotus plant, causing them to forget their homes and desires to stay on the island.

    Rate this question:

  • 4. 

    Odysseus and his men take Ismara by surprise and slay most of the____________

    • Achaians

    • Lotus

    • Ciconian Men

    • Trojans

    Correct Answer
    A. Ciconian Men
    Explanation
    Odysseus and his men take Ismara by surprise and slay most of the Ciconian Men. This suggests that the Ciconian Men were the inhabitants or defenders of Ismara, and Odysseus and his men successfully attacked and defeated them. The context of the question implies that the Ciconian Men were the enemy or opposition in this particular event.

    Rate this question:

  • 5. 

    How many men were lost on each crew?

    • 5 men

    • All of the men

    • 6 benches of men

    • None of the men was lost

    Correct Answer
    A. 6 benches of men
    Explanation
    The answer "6 benches of men" suggests that there were multiple crews, and each crew consisted of 6 benches of men. This implies that the total number of men lost would depend on the number of crews. Without any further information, we cannot determine the exact number of men lost on each crew.

    Rate this question:

  • 6. 

    The Cicones lived in the city of_____

    • Lotus-Eaters

    • Ismara

    • Thrace

    • Troy

    Correct Answer
    A. Ismara
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Ismara. The Cicones lived in the city of Ismara.

    Rate this question:

  • 7. 

    How long did the battle last?

    • Dawn to dusk

    • 1 hr

    • 3 months

    • Two years

    Correct Answer
    A. Dawn to dusk
    Explanation
    The battle lasted from dawn to dusk, indicating that it took place within a single day.

    Rate this question:

  • 8. 

    Any man who ate a lotus would cause him to desire what?

    Correct Answer
    he would never want to leave the island or have a desire to bring back word.
    Explanation
    Eating a lotus would result in the man developing a strong desire to stay on the island and not have any motivation to return or communicate with the outside world.

    Rate this question:

Quiz Review Timeline (Updated): Mar 20, 2023 +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

  • Current Version
  • Mar 20, 2023
    Quiz Edited by
    ProProfs Editorial Team
  • Mar 03, 2010
    Quiz Created by
    Andre123
Back to Top Back to top
Advertisement
×

Wait!
Here's an interesting quiz for you.

We have other quizzes matching your interest.