Greek Mythology Flashcards
1
Q
Was the religion the Greeks believed in polytheistic or monotheistic?
A
polytheistic
2
Q
gods were the ______ of Greek mythology.
A
center
3
Q
What is mythology?
A
Mythology is a body of stories about gods and heroes that tries to explain how the world works.
4
Q
What is the purpose of Greek mythology?
A
it attempts to explain the origins of the natural and historic events in the world around them.
5
Q
The ______ come from Greece and Greek mythology.
A
Olympics
6
Q
What are fables?
A
Fables are short stories that teach the reader lessons about life or give advice on how to live.
7
Q
Who was famous for their fables?
A
Aesop
