Odysseus expects the cyclops to bear gifts to the travelers.
Odysseus and his companions felt that the Cyclops would be neighborly and hospitable.
Odysseus and his companions expect to be treated with hospitality by the cyclops, offering him gifts and seeking his help as a wayfarer following the rules of hospitality.
Odysseus and his men expect to be treated as a guest by the cyclops, although they originally thought the island the Cyclops lived on was inhabited by humans, until they found out differently.
Odysseus and his companions expect to be treated with hospitality by the cyclops, as they follow the Greek custom of showing kindness to strangers. They hope for food, shelter, and perhaps even guidance on their journey.
Odysseus and his companions expect to be treated as guests by the cyclops Polyphemus, following the customs of hospitality. They hope to be offered food and shelter as they seek assistance to find their way home.
Xenia was the name of the rule of hospitality that the Ancient Greeks believed in. Not following Xenia meant that you were not being a good citizen.
Odysseus expects the cyclops Polyphemus to honor the Greek custom of hospitality towards guests, but Polyphemus violates this by eating some of Odysseus' men. Odysseus also expects Polyphemus to follow the custom of giving a guest his name when asked, but Polyphemus deceives Odysseus by calling himself "Nobody."
They expected to be given gifts...it was part of Ancient Greek culture to give gifts to your guests...I think.
Ancient Greeks believed they must show 'xenia' in order not to dis-please the gods, therefore people treated strangers very well, with food, water and general hospitality. Polythemus and the other cyclops' were much unlike other greek beings as they were not god-fearing, therefore not caring about showing xenia to Odysseus and his men. Obviously Odysseus did not kow this and presumed they would have a warm reception.
they would expect to receive everything. :)
amount to expect? amount to expect
It is you are expecting to recieve.