Question

How did the ancient mariner manage to keep the guest hooked on the story

Answer 1

The ancient mariner captured the guest's attention through his 'glittering eye'.

Answer 2

$\bold {POEM \: : \:THE \:RIME \:OF \:THE \: \:ANCIENT\: MARINER}$

$<h4>Ancient Mariner managed to hook the guest due to his spell bound eyes. He had some powers through which he could spell bound anyone. That's why he stopped one of the guest from going into the marriage.$