Answer:
The keen is a part of the boat that is used to support the boat, as in the poem the keen is used as a symbol of a strong nation.
Explanation:
The first use of the keel represents stability that the boat needs to have on the water. The other use of keel is as a synecdoche.
In Witman’s poem, the steady keel is a symbol of a strong and stable nation, that although has to pass many obstacles it maintains itself strong. It represents the whole boat that carries the nation on its deck.
B.
How could you find something if you don't know what you're looking for?
Answer:
Telemachus. Odysseus's son. An infant when Odysseus left for Troy, Telemachus is about twenty at the beginning of the story. He is a natural obstacle to the suitors desperately courting his mother, but despite his courage and good heart, he initially lacks the poise and confidence to oppose them.
i think its the first one because having n adult around is good but not always effective and having no friends makes no sense. i guess the last one makes sense but its not very relivant to the question so-