Based on this point and illustration, what is the best explanation? odysseus and his men have to fight the urge to listen to the sirens’ song. odysseus must overcome the sirens and their song by himself. odysseus’s crew is following orders by ignoring the sirens’ song and continuing to row the ship. odysseus’s men follow his original orders to keep him tied no matter what he says.

What is happening to Odysseus and his crew is a test in keeping self-control and obedience. The Sirens are a symbol of temptation that keeps Odysseus and his men from continuing their journey. In order to fight the temptation, Odysseus practiced self-control, keeping himself from listening to the Siren. Meanwhile, Odysseus' men exhibit loyalty to Odysseus by doing whatever he ordered them to do no matter what.