What is the "moral" of the story that Demodocus sings about Ares and Aphrodite? Why might Homer choose to include this story? How might this story be related to the larger theme(s) of The Odyssey?
Homer wishes to add more to the legendary gods and how they deal with human's every day lives.
Why do you think Alcinous wanted Odysseus to watch them dance so much? What does this say about the society they live in?
When Alcinous saw Odysseus destroy all the youths at the games he wished to restore honor back to his people. The society is very proud and is desperate to impress
Why did Laodamas urge Odysseus to participate in the games so much?
Once again Laodamas' people are very proud. Laodamas saw that Odysseus was very athletic and wished to best him to gain honor.
Why did Odysseus ask for the bard to play the song about Troy? What does this say about Odysseus?
Odysseus asked for the song because the battle still rages in his mind. He cannot run away from Troy, yet he cannot come and face it. He ends up crying as a direct result of this. Writer seemed on point, strangely he decided to make three posts instead of one big one.
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