text: examine odysseus' relationship to the supernatural universe surrounding him. at what moments does he lack? control over his surroundings? at what moments does he seem in command of his own fate and that of his companions? what message may we inter from homer's treatmen of odysseus' relationship with the gods? what do we learn about the poet's views on human nature and its interaction with forces beyond its control? sounds like a homework to me again. was this asked by your professor? you should be doing your own reading but here is a helpful link that can get you started on: http://www.stoa.org/hopper/text.jsp?doc=stoa:text:2003.01.0002:chapter=5  enjoy reading. if i were there and i really listened, i would probably get it on my own. goodluck!