Question

How does Homer identify Odysseus as the protagonist of the story?

A.Odysseus is the main focus of the story.
B.Odysseus struggles with internal conflicts throughout the story.
C.Odysseus is confident and boastful in his abilities.
D.Odysseus brings out the traits of other characters, like the Cyclops.

Answer 1

he is identified as either A. because the whole story is focused on him. or C. because it shows his conflicts with himself

Answer 2

The correct answer is A. Odysseus is the main focus of the story.

Step-by-step explanation:

In literature, the protagonist refers to the main character in a story, this means the character the story is about and the one that faces the main conflict. In the case of the epic "The Odyssey" by Homer the protagonist or main character is Odysseus because the story focuses on the trip and challenges of Odysseus as he tries to return home. Also, although Odysseus is surrounded by other characters during the story he is the only main focus in all the story from the beginning to the end and the one that is mainly affected by the conflict. Therefore, Homer which is the author of "The Odyssey" identify Odysseus as the protagonist of the story by making him the main focus of the story.