From the excerpt, it can be inferred that Odysseus is religious and he believes in the power of the gods. He makes an offering to Zeus, acknowledging his authority as the ruler of the world, and shows awareness of Zeus's disdain for his offering, which suggests his recognition of the gods' influence over human fate. The reference to Zeus having destruction planned for Odysseus and his men indicates that he is aware of a higher power that ultimately controls their destinies.
Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.
Then we unloaded all the Cyclops' flock
to make division, share and share alike,
only my fighters voted that my ram,
the prize of all, should go to me. I slew him
by the sea side and burnt his long thighbones
to Zeus beyond the stormcloud, Cronus’ son,
who rules the world. But Zeus disdained my offering;
destruction for my ships he had in store
and death for those who sailed them, my companions.
What can be inferred about Odysseus?
Odysseus believes that he controls his own destiny.
Odysseus is destined to perish at sea along with his men.
Odysseus is religious and he believes in the power of the gods.
Odysseus believes that he can escape his destiny.
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