In this excerpt, Argus the dog represents loyalty. Despite being weak and unable to move closer to Odysseus, he recognizes his master’s voice and shows affection by wagging his tail and having a submissive posture. This act of recognition and loyalty emphasizes the bond between the dog and Odysseus, highlighting the enduring connection even after a long separation.
Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.
But when he knew he heard
Odysseus' voice nearby, he did his best
to wag his tail, nose down, with flattened ears,
having no strength to move nearer his master.
And the man looked away,
wiping a salt tear from his cheek:
What does the dog, Argus, represent in this excerpt?
loyalty
sadness
illness
ignorance
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