What does the following passage show about the progression of the character of Odysseus? But he stood up against it – steady as a rock,
Unstaggered by Antinous's blow – just shook his head,
Silent, mind churning with thoughts of bloody work.

1 It illustrates Odysseus's maturation; earlier in the story, he would have likely retaliated due to anger.
2 It illustrates Odysseus's decline, as he prepares to give in to his anger and thoughts of violence.
3 It illustrates Odysseus' growing understanding of the nature of the behavior of other men, as he can relate to the frustration of Antinous.
4 It illustrates Odysseus's strengthened connection to Antinous; earlier in the story, he might have thrown him out of the kingdom for the behavior.