Religion and the Greek Gods

What role did gods and goddesses play in the lives of the ancient Greeks?

Read the Myth of Daedalus and Icarus on page 247. What lesson do you think Apollo was trying to teach Icarus?

Why were myths important to ancient Greek culture?

Define the vocabulary term: IMMORTAL and write a sentence using the word in context

According to Greek belief, how did the gods show their displeasure with humans?

• They rewarded humans with gifts

• They caused problems in people's lives

• They appeared in dreams to give advice

• They held public festivals

What was the purpose of temples in ancient Greece?

• To serve as earthly homes for the gods

• To host Olympic Games

• To provide shelter for the poor

• To serve as marketplaces

What could the Greeks do to keep the gods happy according to the text?

• They could perform in plays and dramas

• They could participate in sports

• They could offer sacrifices and prayers

• They could write stories about the gods

Where did the top 12 gods, known as the Olympians, live according to Greek belief?

• In the city of Athens

• On Mount Olympus

• In the Underworld

• Along the River Styx

What is Greek mythology?

• A collection of modern interpretations of ancient beliefs

• A collection of stories that explained events, beliefs, or actions

• A historical record of Greek wars and conflicts

• A guide to the Greek system of government

Each god/goddess had a holy day dedicated to them

• True

• False