Homer: The Odyssey•Grade 7•dialectic Stage
Nestor's Tale
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What You'll Learn
1
Comprehension
Explains that Telemachus arrived at Pylos during a sacrifice to Poseidon, was nervous about speaking, but Athene encouraged him
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Cause & Consequence
Explains why Nestor cannot help directly: he left Troy without delay and does not know others' fates
3
Meaning
Articulates how this chapter demonstrates hospitality (xenia) as sacred obligation
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Defense
Explains why the counterargument has merit
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