What role does Fate play in the Iliad, both in terms of the outcome of the Trojan War, and in …

1. Explore the many images of birds in the Iliad and their significance to the narrative. How much faith do …

1. Compare the speeches that Nestor offers to the Achaians. What is similar among them about the language he uses? …

1. Compare Hektor’s attitude and behavior to that of Paris, especially their desires for the fate of Troy and looming …

1. Discuss what Pandaros had to gain by breaking the truce. What elements of the culture lead him to give …

1. Discuss Paris’ role in the Trojan conflict. What kind of man is he? Why is Helen unhappy in his …

1. Discuss the various ways that the gods accomplish their purposes with men in this book. Are these methods always …

1. Compare the actions of Achilleus to those of Agamemnon in this chapter. What do these actions tell you about …

How do you feel about Achilles and Hector after Hector is killed?  How do you feel about what the Achaeans …

  How, specifically, does the Iliad comment on human suffering?  Can you identify different episodes or passages that reflect on …