The Role of Myths in Ancient Greece from Greek Mythology

Who did the Greeks look to for help during the hardships of their daily life?

• Their magical animals

• Their gods and goddesses

• Their relatives

• Their rulers

What does the Greek word "mythos" mean?

• people

• government

• story

• character

Greek Myths tell this type of stories:

• tales of adventure based on actual events

• stories about monumental events

• stories that provided religious answers

• stories that taught lessons

• stories that help make sense of natural phenomena

Where did the Greeks hear the myths?

• From the Elders who would tell them to the young children

• At school

• At social gatherings and informal meetings

• All of the above

How do we know about Greek Myths today?

• Through sculptures

• Through paintings

• Through mosaics

• Through decorated vases

• All of the above