How do Penelope’s actions help develop the theme of loyalty in the Odyssey?(1 point) Responses She does not marry one of the suitors.
She allows the suitors to take control of her home. She weaves a burial shroud for her father in law, Laertes. She organizes an archery contest.
She does not marry one of the suitors.
Penelope's refusal to marry any of the suitors who have taken over her home shows her unwavering loyalty to her absent husband, Odysseus. She remains faithful and hopeful that he will return, even in the face of pressure from the suitors and societal expectations. Her actions highlight the theme of loyalty and devotion in the face of adversity.
Which quote from Lies’ retelling of Orpheus and Eurydice shows how Orpheus used his music to accomplish a goal?(1 point) Responses “He knew what it was when he met the wood nymph Eurydice and for the first time felt the joy of love.” “He knew what it was when he met the wood nymph Eurydice and for the first time felt the joy of love.” “At once, she was carried away to the Underworld, the dark region of the dead.” “At once, she was carried away to the Underworld, the dark region of the dead.” “Cerberus dropped his three heads low, ceased snarling for a moment, and let him pass.” “Cerberus dropped his three heads low, ceased snarling for a moment, and let him pass.” “Others maintain that Orpheus had reached the sunlight and turned to Eurydice, believing she was out, too.”
“Cerberus dropped his three heads low, ceased snarling for a moment, and let him pass.”
This quote from Lies' retelling of Orpheus and Eurydice shows how Orpheus used his music to accomplish a goal. Orpheus's music was so powerful and moving that even Cerberus, the fierce three-headed dog guarding the entrance to the Underworld, was momentarily pacified and allowed Orpheus to pass through. This demonstrates the magical and persuasive influence that Orpheus's music had in achieving his objective of rescuing Eurydice from the Underworld.