The Iliad Book 8 Study Questions

1. In Book 8 of Homer’s The Iliad, what does Zeus have to say to the other gods at the beginning?
2. In Book 8 of Homer’s The Iliad, how does Zeus impact that day’s fighting?
3. In Book 8 of Homer’s The Iliad, how does Zeus impact that day’s fighting?
4. Where does Zeus go to watch the battle?
5. What sign are we given that the Trojans will come out ahead in this day’s fighting?
6. Who does Hera ask to help her intervene for the Achaians? What is his answer?
7. What omen does Zeus send to Agamemnon to let him know all will be well?
8. Which two goddesses attempt to ride into the battle to help the Achaians? Are they successful?
9. Where are the two armies at the close of this day’s fighting?
10. Why does Hektor choose to camp where he does?