Ancient Greece--Western Individualism

What was a significant influence of ancient Greek culture on modern Western culture?

• The development of democracy

• The invention of the steam engine

• The creation of the internet

• The discovery of electricity

Which of the following best describes the portrayal of gods in ancient Greek religion?

• The gods were depicted as infallible and omnipotent

• The gods had human emotions and looked like humans

• The gods were invisible and formless

• The gods were always depicted as animals

What does the term "Western" commonly refer to in a cultural context?

• Associated with the United States, Canada, and Western Europe

• Related to South American traditions

• Pertaining to Eastern philosophies

• Connected to African heritage

What was the primary weapon of Zeus, the king of the Greek gods?

• Sword

• Bow and arrow

• Thunderbolt

• Spear

Which two epic poems are attributed to Homer that detail significant events in Greek mythology?

• The Odyssey and The Aeneid

• The Iliad and The Odyssey

• The Iliad and The Epic of Gilgamesh

• The Odyssey and The Tale of Genji

Where did the major gods of ancient Greece reside?

• Mount Vesuvius

• Mount Olympus

• Mount Etna

• Mount Ararat

According to the text, how did the ancient Greeks view their gods in terms of behavior and morality?

• Perfect and just

• Flawed and emotional

• Indifferent and distant

• Omniscient and omnipotent

What unique birth is associated with Athena, the goddess of wisdom?

• Born from Zeus' head

• Born from sea foam

• Emerged from the underworld

• Created from clay

What is the English word that derives from the name of Tantalus due to his eternal punishment?

• Tantalize

• Terrorize

• Torment

• Tease

Athena is famously associated with which city?

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Athens

• Delphi