Ch08Sec03-Greece-GreekMythologyAndLitereature

What type of literature did the ancient Greeks produce?

• Poetry
• Novels
• Plays
• All of the above

Who is famous for writing fables in ancient Greece?

• Odysseus
• Sappho
• Aesop
• Homer

What is the lesson in the fable, 'The Ants and the Grasshopper'?

• Don't be lazy
• Don't waste time
• Don't be greedy
• Don't trust strangers

How has Greek literature influenced modern language and art?

• It has introduced new words
• It has inspired new stories
• It has influenced writing styles
• All of the above

How did the ancient Greeks explain natural events like volcanic eruptions?

• Through scientific explanations
• Through myths about the god Hephaestus
• Through religious rituals
• Through philosophical debates

What is the main purpose of fables?

• To describe historical events
• To promote political ideas
• To teach lessons
• To entertain

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Greek heroes?

• Being real people
• Being immortal
• Fighting terrible monsters
• Having special abilities

What is the role of myths in ancient Greek society?

• To explain natural events
• To teach moral lessons
• To entertain the people
• All of the above

How did ancient Greeks explain natural events?

• Through religious rituals
• Through myths and stories
• Through scientific reasoning
• Through philosophical debates

What is the significance of the name 'Athens'?

• It was named after a Greek goddess
• It was named after a legendary Greek king
• It was named after a powerful Greek god
• It was named after a famous Greek philosopher