The Iliad Reading Book 16 3/1

Q. What does Patroclus propose to Achilles and what is Achilles’ response? Why does Achilles grant Patroclus’ request?

A. Patroclus' request was for Achilles to allow him to fight in the war. Not only that, but to also wear his armor and to command the Greeks in war. I think the reason why Achilles grants Patroclus' request was because the Greeks were losing the war, and really needed back up.

Q. On p. 413 line 35 (approximately), Patroclus tells Achilles that Achilles is “cursed in [his] own courage.” What does Patroclus mean by that and do you agree with him?

A. I think what Patroclus means is that Achilles has held on to his anger towards Agamemnon far too long. I agree with this because the consequences towards their feud may cause the lives of many Greek soldiers, without Achilles' help.

Q. Either ask questions about the text or write down vocab words from the text with definitions.

A. Achilles seems like he still has rage towards Agamemnon, that's why he won't fight in the war. Why does he chose to stand there rather than help the soldiers out? Men are getting wounded and are dying without the help of Achilles.