Aphii
02-28-2011, 01:31 PM
Hey everyone,
So I'm reading the Iliad from the Prentice Hall Literature book and I'm trying to answer the questions after book XXII but I need some help.
I'm not asking for direct answers, but clues and helpful links are appreciated.
1.
Hektor makes a fatal decision when he decides to stay outside he Skaian gates. Explain how both divine and human causation bring about his decision.
(I can't find a quote relating to any of this. Quote help please?)
2.
On his golden scale, Zeus places two portions of death, one for Achilleus and one for Hektor.
a.) Why do you think Hektor's portion is heavier?
b.) What does this image reveal about the Greek view of destiny, or, the way of life?
(Can't find any quotes backing up this idea either.)
4.
...What does the act of dragging Hektor's body symbolize?
Thanks! :seeya:
So I'm reading the Iliad from the Prentice Hall Literature book and I'm trying to answer the questions after book XXII but I need some help.
I'm not asking for direct answers, but clues and helpful links are appreciated.
1.
Hektor makes a fatal decision when he decides to stay outside he Skaian gates. Explain how both divine and human causation bring about his decision.
(I can't find a quote relating to any of this. Quote help please?)
2.
On his golden scale, Zeus places two portions of death, one for Achilleus and one for Hektor.
a.) Why do you think Hektor's portion is heavier?
b.) What does this image reveal about the Greek view of destiny, or, the way of life?
(Can't find any quotes backing up this idea either.)
4.
...What does the act of dragging Hektor's body symbolize?
Thanks! :seeya: