Question

But on the spot I told them: 'Back, and quickly!

Out to sea again!' My men were mutinous,
fools, on stores of wine. Sheep after sheep
they butchered by the surf, and shambling cattle,
feasting, - while fugitives went inland, running
to call to arms the main force of Cicones.
- The Odyssey,
Homer
The men ignore Odysseus because they want to party,
They face terrible consequences as a result. What
does this say about Greek attitudes and values? Check
all that apply
An effective leader knows what is best.
Relaxation is important, and taking a break from
duty is sometimes necessary.
People from other places are not trustworthy.
Stealing cattle is a terrible offense.
O'Obedience and self-control are positive traits

Answer 1

A and E are correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

What the passage says about Greek attitudes and values is:

A. An effective leader knows what is best.

E. Obedience and self-control are positive traits.

Step-by-step explanation:

"The Odyssey" is a famous epic poem by Greek poet Homer. It tells the story of Odysseus's journey home after the Trojan War. Odysseus, after defying the gods, has to face several challenges and hardships before he can finally return home to his family.

In the passage we are analyzing here, two important cultural values of the ancient Greek society are revealed. First, the importance of good leadership. Odysseus knows what is best for himself and his men. He is smart and experienced, and should be listened to and obeyed. That already introduces the second value: obedience and self-control. Odysseus's men do not heed his instructions. They give in to their desperation and hunger, disobeying the prudent orders given by Odysseus. As a result, they are annihilated. Had they listened to their leader, their fate would not have been a tragic one.