Ancient Greeks and Religion

Gods and goddesses in Ancient Greece were....

• Animals with human powers

• Humans with animal powers

• Immortal humans with human emotions and powers

• immortal animals

The Greeks believed the gods lived .......

• In shrines and temples

• At the bottom of Mount Olympus

• In Athens

• In a palace in the clouds on top of Mount Olympus

How did the Greeks use their temples?

• To house the statues of their gods

• As a place to leave gifts and presents for the gods.

• As a place to worship and pray to the gods

• As a place to hold important ceremonies inside.

What were 2 of the priest's main jobs?

• To do weddings and funerals.

• To look after the temple and keep it nice for the gods

• To talk with the gods and goddesses.

• To play music in the temples.

Who was known as the King of the Gods and what was he known to have thrown?

Which other ancient civilization worshipped the same gods and goddesses as the Greeks?

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List as many other Greek gods and goddesses as you know.