Question

read the excerpt from the odyssey. but the man skilled in all ways of contending, satisfied by the great bows look and heft, like a musician, like a harper, when with quiet hand upon his instrument he draws between his thumb and forefinger a sweet new string upon a peg: so effortlessly odysseus in one motion strung the bow. according to this excerpt, how has odysseus changed over the course of his adventure? he has become more humble and patient in battle. he has learned to play the harp very beautifully. he has found several new ways to string a bow. he has slowly become less satisfied with his skills.

Explanation:

The excerpt describes Odysseus stringing the bow "so effortlessly" in "one motion". This shows a level of calm and control. In battle, being able to do something with such ease and without haste implies humility (not showing off) and patience (not rushing). The other options are not supported by the text. The text is about stringing the bow, not playing the harp (so the second option is wrong). There's no mention of "several new ways" (third option wrong) and he seems satisfied (fourth option wrong).

Answer:

He has become more humble and patient in battle.