Multiple choice Who was the blind poet who wrote the epics 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey'? Li Po Homer Milton Dante Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation Homer is the legendary ancient Greek poet traditionally credited with composing the Iliad and the Odyssey. These two epic poems are foundational works of Western literature. Tradition describes him as a blind bard from the region of Ionia.