Nataly Lin

English

19 October, 11:47

Which of the following analyses most clearly explores the effect of historical context on a theme?

A. Most epic poems begin in the middle of the action, and Homer's Odyssey is no exception; in fact, many of the most memorable scenes are told in flashback.

B. Belief in the superiority and common sense of ancient Greek customs is evident throughout Homer's Odyssey and is demonstrated in Odysseus's interactions with others.

C. In The Odyssey, Homer relied on epithets such as "rosy-fingered dawn," which were used by ancient Greek storytellers to make epic poetry easier to memorize.

D. In Homer's Odyssey, the idea of leadership comes up repeatedly and is embodied in the character of Odysseus, whose poor leadership often leads to consequences.