Explain why the figure of the bard, demodocus, is important. what or who does he represent?

Homer, maybe, since he is a blind bard.

Explanation:

In Homer's "The Odyssey," , Demodocus is a blind poet or storyteller who often visits the court of Alcinous, king of the Phaeacians on the island of Scherie. During Odysseus visit on Scherie, he sings three narrative songs, two of which make Odysseus remember his sorrow and cry.

its the first one

explanation:

think about it the answer is in the first paragraph

with whom will you be coming to the party? this is written correctly.