In the Odyssey, Odysseus' comment to Telemachus, "This is not princely, to be swept / away by wonder at your father's presence," implies which of the following about ancient Greek cultural values?
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• People expected that princes would be easily amazed
• People looked up to princes as men of imagination.
• Princes commonly believed in miracles.
• Princes were not expected to display, emotion.
The correct answer is: Princes were not expected to display emotion.
In ancient Greek cultural values, there was an emphasis on controlling one's emotions and maintaining composure, especially for those in positions of power and authority. Odysseus' comment to Telemachus suggests that he believes it is inappropriate or unbecoming for a prince like Telemachus to display wonder or emotion towards his father's presence.