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Select two sentences from the text that convey Odysseus's perspective regarding the suitors. Explain your selections.

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Odysseus expresses his commitment to protect and serve the state and his willingness to take action against those who threaten the community in The Odyssey.

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In the text, The Odyssey, two sentences that convey Odysseus's perspective regarding the suitors are:

  1. 'To witness Zeus, whose eyes are everywhere, If I perceive some mischievous design To sap the State, I will not hold my tongue;'
  2. 'Nor would I reckon as my private friend A public foe, well knowing that the State Is the good ship that holds our fortunes all: Farewell to friendship, if she suffers wreck.'

In these sentences, Odysseus expresses his commitment to protect and serve the state, and his willingness to take action against those who threaten the stability of the community.

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