Which of the following were characteristics of ancient Greek literature? Select the two correct answers.

Question

(1 point)
Epic poems reflected the
• belief that the Gods controlled humans' lives.
Lyric poetry was sung
• about topics like war, politics, and emotions.
The chorus sang in the
• plays in order to generate more emotion.
Tragedies always ended
• happily and were amusing to the audience.
Comedies told about violent conflict and heroes' downfalls in battle.

Answer 1

The two correct answers that characterize 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.

The other options do not accurately reflect the characteristics of ancient Greek literature. For example, tragedies did not always end happily, and comedies typically had a different focus than violent conflict and heroes' downfalls.