WORLD CIVILIZATION

CIVILIZATION

GREEK

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What were Greeks called because they believed in many gods and goddesses?
A
monotheistic
B
polytheistic
C
atheistic
D
materialistic
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Ancient Greek theology was polytheistic, based on the assumption that there were many gods and goddesses, as well as a range of lesser supernatural beings of various types.

Detailed explanation-2: -Chapter Introduction. Unlike most major religions practiced today, ancient Greek religion was polytheistic (the worship of multiple gods) and inherently hospitable to new gods, ideas, and interpretations.

Detailed explanation-3: -Did Ancient Romans or Greeks refer to their gods as gods, or were they called something different? The Greek and Latin terms are “theos” and “deus” respectively.

Detailed explanation-4: -Theirs was politheistic. That means that they believed in multiple gods and goddesses. These gods and goddesses controlled nature and guided each person’s life. They were so important to the culture that Ancient Greeks built monuments, statues, and other buildings to honor them.

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