Fast what is one way to approach reading a difficult piece of literature?
skim it.
read it quickly.
read it at the last minute.
make predictions while reading

Make predictions while reading.

Explanation:

One of the best strategies you can use when approaching a difficult piece of literature is making predictions while reading. This will force you to engage with the piece more deeply and to constantly analyze what it is you are reading. Moreover, by making predictions, you can see whether they come true or not, which could indicate whether you are understanding the piece or not.

faithful servants eumaeus and philaetius:

his ragged vest then drawn aside disclosed the sign conspicuous, and the scar exposed: eager they view'd, with joy they stood amazed with tearful eyes o'er all their master gazed:

these servants know ulysses by the scar he got when he was a child - so when he showed them the mark, they immediately knew this is truly their master and they hugged him, finally starting to believe his words.

merry christmas to you, too. may god be with you all in doing your work and just living a great life in general! < 3