He expected to gain land, more resources, and more power because back then that's all they wanted.
Answer:
gives the background and purpose of an experiment.
Explanation:
Science can be defined as a branch of intellectual and practical study which systematically observe a body of fact in relation to the structure and behavior of non-living and living organisms (animals, plants and humans) in the natural world through experiments.
The introduction in a science text gives the background and purpose of an experiment.
Odysseus is saying he is so famous, even the gods know who he is. (A little conceited, if you ask me!) He may also be giving an honest assessment of the situation- it depends on the context a little. I think he is bragging - it sounds the most likely.