Question

Homer repeatedly tells us the story of Aegisthus and Orestes throughout the first four books. What does this accomplish? Select all that apply.

Agamemnon's blind faith is contrasted with Odysseus's carefulness.
Homer is familiarizing the Greek audience with a story they did not know.
Orestes's decision to act provides a model for what Telemachus must do.
The story reinforces the destruction caused by Helen's wickedness.
Orestes's madness serves as a warning to Telemachus to avoid acting rashly.
Clytemnestra's infidelity is contrasted to Penelope's fidelity.