Question

How does Athena help Telemachus in Book 2? Select all that apply. She sends an omen to the suitors. She finds him a boat and crew. She makes him more majestic-looking to the assembly. She speaks on his behalf at the assembly. She sails with him to Pylos. She gathers his provisions for the trip.

Answer 1

• She finds him a boat and crew.
• She gathers his provisions for the trip.

In Book 2, we see that Telemachus is trying to take the role of the head of the household, a role that has been empty since Odysseus left. However, he is finding it difficult to do so because of his mother's suitors. As part of his coming-of-age journey, Telemachus travels to Pylos and Sparta. As he is getting ready, Athena visits him. The goddess tells him that his trip will be fruitful, but she also helps him get a boat and a crew.

Answer 2

She finds him a boat and crew. She sails with him to Pylos. She gathers his provisions for the trip.