1. What is the "ancient gesture"? What does Millay mean when she says Penelope's
gesture was authentic, but Ulysses (Odysseus) did it only as a gesture to a crowd of
listeners? Explain.
2. Who did Millay think was the real hero-Odysseus or Penelope? Why?
3. In "Siren Song", the Siren says her song "is a boring song but it works every time."
Why is her song so effective? What techniques does she use to lure men to her island?
Explain.
