AnswersPCA 26-27 - ELA - I Literature and Composition 23.3616000 YL IC – 2230727The Odyssey and Epic Poetry: An Introduction, Part 1Question 7
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The Odyssey and Epic Poetry: An Introduction, Part 1

Question 7 • PCA 26-27 - ELA - I Literature and Composition (23.3616000) YL IC – 2230727

Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.My men stood up and made a fight of it— backed on the ships, with lances kept in play, from bright morning through the blaze of noonso holding our beach, although so far outnumbered; but when the sun passed toward unyoking time, then the Achaeans, one by one, gave way.

Answer
A
bravery and perseverance
B
exercise and physical fitness
C
hospitality and friendliness
D
freedom and democracy

Explanation

The men keep fighting from morning until noon even though they are greatly outnumbered. Their persistence in holding the beach shows perseverance, and facing a stronger force shows bravery. Thus, the excerpt highlights bravery and perseverance.

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