Question

Who is Ulysses son mentioned in the poem by Tennyson?

• A. Achilles
• B. Patroclus
• C. Telemachus
• D. Hector

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Telemachus

Explanation of Telemachus in Tennyson's 'Ulysses'

Tennyson's 'Ulysses' and its Homeric Roots

• Alfred, Lord Tennyson's poem 'Ulysses' (1842) is a dramatic monologue spoken by the legendary Greek hero Ulysses (Odysseus).

• The poem is a direct response to, and continuation of, Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. Tennyson's Ulysses is portrayed as restless and yearning for further adventure after his return to Ithaca.

• The poem explores themes of continuing the quest for knowledge, the desire for adventure, and the challenges of returning to domestic life after a grand journey.