"[A]re you a goddess or a mortal? If one of the gods
who rule the skies up there, you're Artemis to the life,
the daughter of mighty Zeus – I see her now – just look
at your build, your bearing, your lithe flowing grace…”
What is the purpose of this passage?
A.Eurycleia is trying to boost Penelope's confidence.
B.Odysseus is flattering Nausicaa to gain her assistance.
C.Telemachus is complimenting Helen on her beauty.
D.Laertes is thanking Penelope for making him a shroud.
