Answer:
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The affix, "ceas" does not have a fixed meaning, however the most probable meaning is "to stop". The affix, "ceas" can be used in the following ways.
1. As a prefix- "<em>ceas</em>ed", "<em>ceas</em>ing"- Both of these mean to stop.
2. As a suffix- "de<em>ceas</em>ed", "prede<em>ceas</em>es"- Both these words refer to death, or to <em>stop</em> living.
Thus, it can be said that the most probable meaning of the affix "ceas" is stop.
The antecedent for "them" in this sentence is "the suitors", as Penelope and her maids are the subject of the sentence and they are the ones who gave the suitors (them) the bow.
