Question

As a father, brimming with love, welcomes home

his darling only son in a warm embrace –
what pain he’s borne for him and him alone…
…………………………………….
His words flew from the heart. “You’re home…
Sweet light of my eyes!”

Who is the speaker of this passage?

Answer 1

Eumaeus when he sees Telemachus

Answer 2

The correct answer is: Eumaeus.

Step-by-step explanation:

This passage is from Book XVI of "The Journey's of Odysseus." It shows the loving greeting given by Eumaeus to Telemachu after he entered the swineherd’s hut.