A): Odysseus is being compared to a damaged ship because he says thinking my mast and keel would come back to the surface when she spouted.
B): The answer would be having patience is tough but can lead to a reward because the ship finally comes out of the sea.
Theme:
Odysseus is avenging the suitors' lack of respect for and the servants' lack of loyalty to his office, his property, and his family. The theme of appearance versus reality is at the core of the relationship between Athena and Odysseus.
