Which of the following were characteristics of ancient Greek literature? Select all that apply.

Question

A.
Epic poems reflected the belief that the Gods controlled humans' lives.

B.
Lyric poetry was sung about topics like war, politics, and emotions.

C.
The chorus sang in the plays in order to generate more emotion.

D.
Tragedies always ended happily and were amusing to the audience.

E.
Comedies told about violent conflict and heroes' downfalls in battle.

Answer 1

The characteristics of ancient Greek literature from the options provided include:

A. Epic poems reflected the belief that the Gods controlled humans' lives.
B. Lyric poetry was sung about topics like war, politics, and emotions.
C. The chorus sang in the plays in order to generate more emotion.

The following options are not accurate representations of ancient Greek literature:

D. Tragedies always ended happily and were amusing to the audience. (Tragedies typically had serious themes and often ended unhappily.) E. Comedies told about violent conflict and heroes' downfalls in battle. (Comedies generally focused on humorous situations and social commentary, not necessarily on violence and downfalls.)

Answer 2

Which of the following statements can be used as evidence that ancient Greek beliefs and art has been influential? Select all that apply.
A.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in Modern in New York City contains many abstract paintings.

B.
We read fables as children to learn moral lessons.

C.
Today sculptors and painters avoid realism in their art.

D.
The columns of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. provide balance and harmony.

E.
Comedies and dramas are popular types of theater on Broadway

Answer 3

The statements that can be used as evidence that ancient Greek beliefs and art have been influential include:

B. We read fables as children to learn moral lessons. (Many fables have origins in ancient Greek literature, particularly those attributed to Aesop.)

D. The columns of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. provide balance and harmony. (The architectural style of the Lincoln Memorial draws on classical Greek design elements, which emphasize balance and harmony.)

E. Comedies and dramas are popular types of theater on Broadway. (Modern theater, including on Broadway, has roots in ancient Greek traditions of comedy and drama.)

The following statements do not adequately support the influence of ancient Greek beliefs and art:

A. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in Modern in New York City contains many abstract paintings. (This does not specifically indicate influence from ancient Greek art.)

C. Today sculptors and painters avoid realism in their art. (This statement is misleading; while there may be a trend towards abstraction, realism is still a significant aspect of contemporary art, and Greek art is often celebrated for its realism.)

Answer 4

Which of the following was the primary purpose of the Olympic games?
A.
It was a religious event where Zeus was honored.

B.
It was a political event where Athens and Sparta fought.

C.
It was a social event where women built religious shrines.

D.
It was an economic event where debts were paid off.

Answer 5

The primary purpose of the Olympic Games was:

A. It was a religious event where Zeus was honored.

The Ancient Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, in honor of Zeus and included various athletic competitions. While there were political and social aspects to the games, their main purpose was rooted in religion and honoring the gods. The other options do not accurately represent the primary purpose of the Olympics.

Answer 6

Which of the following is evidence that ancient Greece was polytheistic?
A.
Zeus was the only god.

B.
Athena was the only goddess.

C.
The Greeks believed in one god that ruled over nature and people.

D.
Ancient Greece had many gods and goddesses.

Answer 7

The statement that serves as evidence that ancient Greece was polytheistic is:

D. Ancient Greece had many gods and goddesses.

This reflects the belief system of the ancient Greeks, who worshiped a pantheon of deities, each with their own domains, attributes, and stories. The other options do not support the idea of polytheism.