This expression taken from Allan Poe the "surf-tormented shore" becomes a second metaphor for time, as the waters of the sea slowly but inexorably pound away at the physical existence of the shore.
Personally, I feel that Odysseus does, due to all of the supernatural troubles that he was able to overcome and to return home and successfully defeat his enemies that had taken over his house. This is a subjective kind of question, however, and this may not be what your teacher is looking for.
Hello. You did not inform the speech to which this question refers, which makes it impossible for it to be answered accurately. However, I will try to help you in the best possible way.
If King was trying to be persuasive, lines 307 - 334 can only affect persuasiveness by reinforcing the argument King is making. This can be done through a clear and objective diction that reinforces the importance of King's words. In addition, these lines can create a logical, ethical or emotional structure for the speeches, proposing a greater connection between king and the public.
