| A | B |
|---|
| inspiration | Stimulation of the mind or emotions to a high level of feeling or activity |
| schemes | systematic plan of action |
| Athena | The goddess of wisdom |
| Zeus | The principal god of the Greek pantheon, ruler of the heavens |
| waylaid | To lie in wait for and attack from ambush |
| Cyclops | Any of the three one-eyed Titans who forged thunderbolts for Zeus |
| provoked | To incite to anger |
| wrath | Punishment or vengeance |
| Poseidon | The god of the waters, earthquakes, and horses, and brother of Zeus |
| languishes | To exist or continue in miserable or disheartening conditions |
| pining | To feel a lingering, often nostalgic desire |
| herald | A person who carries or proclaims important news; a messenger |
| Hermes | The god who also served as messenger |
| guise | Outward appearance or aspect |
| Ithaca | Home of Odysseus |
| Telemachus | The son of Odysseus and Penelope |
| Penelope | The wife of Odysseus and mother of Telemachus |
| eligible | Qualified or entitled to be chosen |
| vying | To offer in competition |
| counsels | Advice or guidance |
| tidings | A piece of information or news |
