Polytheism vs. Monotheism

Question 1

What are characteristics of polytheism? (6)

Answer 1

-divide world up into domains and assign
    gods to each
-conflicting gods (war/peace)
   -so can't please all the gods
-variety of gods = flexibility
-encourage moderation & balance
-vain, selfish
-gods take anger out on humans

Question 2

What are characteristics of monotheism? (4)

Answer 2

-single authority
-large bodies of holy law
-results in a very restrictive belief system
-conflict w/in and among religions over how
to worship