Why are peaceful transitions of power important?What protections are in place if a transition of power is interrupted?What role can different branches of government, the media, American people, etc. play in securing a peaceful transition of power?

Explanation:

Peaceful transitions are important to avoid conflict.

The protection of the citizens as well as politicians is obligatory if the transition of power is interrupted.

The different media outlets can encourage a peaceful transition of power by displaying the benefits acquired from it.

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.