Question

In The Odyssey, Penelope best displays loyalty when she
A. weeps in her bed at night.
B. devises a plan to delay her marriage in Odysseus’s absence
C. finishes sewing a burial shroud for Odysseus’s father.
D. announces that she will marry the winner of the archery contest.

Answer 1

The correct answer should be B. devises a plan to delay her marriage in Odysseus's absence

She believes that he won't return and yet she doesn't want to marry anyone else which shows loyalty best because she waited for over 10 years.

Answer 2

Answer:

B. devises a plan to delay her marriage in Odysseus’s absence.

Explanation:

During Odysseus absence, Penelope is most famous for showing fidelity to her husband by pretending to weave a burial shroud for Odysseus´ father, Laertes and claiming that she will remarry once she finishes this task; however, the trick consisted in undoing every night the weaving work performed during the day. Upon Odysseus return, he discovers that her wife remained faithful after so many years and after being wooed by so many suitors.