Explain the importance of arete among the ancient Greeks, Cite specific instances in which it appears in the Iliad and the Odyssey

Answer: Arete is the term given to excellence or honour that was won by heroes by achieving feats of great skill or bravery. Arete is a central theme to this book as the warriors all are striving to gain arete during the Trojan War and seek to show themselves as being more honourable and excellent than other soldiers.