What does the poet mean by 'Laistrygonians' and 'Cyclops'?
Explanation:
In the poem, the author says, “Laistrygonians and Cyclops, angry Poseidon – don't be afraid of them: you'll never find things like that on your way” That eliminates options 1 and 4. Yes, they are mythological characters as mentioned in option 2, but the poet has something more to say about them,- “Laistrygonians and Cyclops,/ wild Poseidon– you won't encounter them/ unless you bring them along inside your soul,/ unless your soul sets them up in front of you.” This points out to personal obstacles that can be set up by the person itself. That leads us to option 3.
Hence, the correct answer is option 3.