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What did occupation did eumaeus have?

Eumaeus was Odysseus's swineherd.


What did he swineherd think had happened to Odysseus?

The swineherd, Eumaeus, believed that Odysseus had perished during the Trojan War or had died on his journey home. He considered the possibility that Odysseus was lost at sea or met with misfortune, as many men from Ithaca had not returned. Eumaeus remained loyal to Odysseus and often lamented his absence, hoping for his eventual return despite the grim outlook.


Who was Odysseus' swineherd?

Eumaeus


What did Odysseus to convince the swineherd that he was being truthful concerning Odysseus return?

Odysseus told the swineherd if his lord didn't return as Odysseus said he would, the swineherd should kill him so that other beggars wouldn't try to deceive him.


What occupation did?

Eumaeus was Odysseus's swineherd.


What did swineherd do?

he told odysseus his background.


What did Odysseus do to convince the swineherd that he was being truthful concerning Odysseus return?

Odysseus told the swineherd if his lord didn't return as Odysseus said he would, the swineherd should kill him so that other beggars wouldn't try to deceive him.


What threatened Odysseus as he approached the swineherd's hut?

As Odysseus approached the swineherd's hut, the dogs almost attacked him.


What does Odysseus do to convince the swineherd that Odysseus is coming back?

Odysseus proves his identity to the swineherd by showing him a scar on his thigh that he received while hunting as a young man. This scar was known only to a few people, so its presence helps convince the swineherd that Odysseus is indeed who he claims to be.


When Telemachus returns to Ithaca who does he visit first?

eumaeus the swineherd


Who is loyal swineherd takes Odysseus in with no questions?

Eumaeus, the loyal swineherd, takes in Odysseus disguised as a beggar without questioning him. Eumaeus is known for his faithful service to Odysseus and his family.


Where did telemachus and Odysseus meet?

in a swineherd's hut