Section 1: Section Diagnostic

Write a well-developed response explaining how the concept of xenia affects the balance of power between Telemachus and another character in the first four books of The Odyssey. You might focus on Telemachus’s relationship with any of the following:

• Antinous

• Athena

• Nestor

In your response, be sure to do the following:

• Form a central claim in response to the question.

• Gather and organize strong and relevant evidence from the poem.

• Integrate specific references and quotations using proper textual citations.

• Use academic language and demonstrate your understanding of literary elements, devices, and terminology.

• Use appropriate syntax, grammar, and mechanics.