3. In the story The Odyssey, Telemachus does many great things. However, I would not say he is a hero. One reason he is not a hero is that Telemachus never refuses the call to adventure. Heros are supposed to say no at first but then accept the challenge later on, but Telemachus doesn't do this.
Another reason Telemachus is not a hero is that he is never given the freedom to live. In books I and II, Telemachus is not given any respect. The men who are freeloading at his house do not listen to him or consider him important at all. They also make fun of him when he says he wants to go on the journey to find his father. If Telemachus was a hero he would be given a great amount of respect. He would also be encouraged to go on his journey, not made fun of.
4.Odysseus, The main character in The Odyssey, can be considered a hero. One reason he can be considered a hero is because he leads his soldiers with bravery and kindness. His soldiers respect him. They listen to his every command he gives them.
A second reason why Odysseus can be considered a hero because he has Supernatural guides that help him along the way. in books I and II, Athena helps Odysseus and gives him hope in reaching Athens safely. Also in other parts of the book he is given Ultimate boons and other helpful tools that help him reach home.
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