Question

Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.

Now from his breast into his eyes the ache
of longing mounted, and he wept at last,
his dear wife, clear and faithful, in his arms,
longed for
as the sunwarmed earth is longed for by a swimmer
spent in rough water where his ship went down
under Poseidon's blows, gale winds and tons of sea.
Few men can keep alive through a big surf
to crawl, clotted with brine, on kindly beaches
in joy, in joy, knowing the abyss behind:

How does this excerpt from the end of the story show that Odysseus has changed in the course of his adventure?

He is overly confident in his ability to conquer Poseidon.
He values home and family more than personal glory.
He misses the opportunity to sail in stormy seas.
He is happiest when in command of a difficult battle.

Answer 1

He values home and family more than personal glory.

Explanation: The passage emphasizes Odysseus's tearful longing and joy at being reunited with his wife and the safety of home after deadly trials — like a shipwrecked swimmer reaching warm land and knowing the abyss is behind him. That shows a shift from seeking adventure/glory to cherishing domestic peace and loved ones.