Which transitional phrases indicate cause-and-effect relationships? A) as a result, therefore, finally
B) in fact, above all, especially
C) for instance, for one thing, one reason
D) although, however, on the other hand

A

Explanation:

They give hints that there will be an aftermath of the issue.

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.

the answer is a hoped this