Ulysses and the Sirens | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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What is "The Odyssey" about?

"The Odyssey" is a poem about Ulysses and his adventures as he travels home after a war.

Was Ulysses able to hear the Sirens' song?

Yes, Ulysses was able to hear the Sirens' song but couldn't jump off the ship.

What were the Sirens and where did they live?

The Sirens were mythical creatures that lived on a rocky island in the middle of the sea. They were part woman and part bird.

Why did Ulysses ask the sailors to put wax in their ears?

Ulysses asked the sailors to put wax in their ears so they couldn't hear the Sirens singing.

Who must pass the Sirens' island on his ship?

Ulysses must pass the Sirens' island on his ship.

Could the sailors hear the Sirens singing? Why or why not?

No, the sailors couldn't hear the Sirens singing because they had wax in their ears.

What did Ulysses do so he couldn't jump off the ship when passing the Sirens' island?

Ulysses asked the sailors to tie him to the ship's mast so he couldn't jump off.