Which of the following were characteristics of ancient Greek literature? Select the two correct answers. (1 point) Responses Epic poems reflected the belief that the Gods controlled humans' lives. Epic poems reflected the belief that the Gods controlled humans' lives. Lyric poetry was sung about topics like war, politics, and emotions. Lyric poetry was sung about topics like war, politics, and emotions. The chorus sang in the plays in order to generate more emotion. The chorus sang in the plays in order to generate more emotion. Tragedies always ended happily and were amusing to the audience. Tragedies always ended happily and were amusing to the audience. Comedies told about violent conflict and heroes' downfalls in battle.

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The two correct answers regarding the characteristics of ancient Greek literature are:

  1. Epic poems reflected the belief that the Gods controlled humans' lives.
  2. The chorus sang in the plays in order to generate more emotion.

These statements accurately describe key features of ancient Greek literature, particularly in the context of epic poetry and the role of the chorus in Greek tragedies.