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2. Odysseus's trouble begins when he tells Polyphemus his real name as he sails away from the Cyclopes' island. Give two or more reasons why Odysseus identifies himself.
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2. Odysseus's trouble begins when he tells Polyphemus his real name as he sails away from the Cyclopes' island. Give two or more reasons why Odysseus identifies himself.

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Odysseus identifies himself to gloat and shows the trait of hubris that almost leads to his downfall. He also speaks his real name to further his legend, and to warn others of his strength and power
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