HISTORY
ANCIENT GREECE
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the afterlife
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everyday life
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government
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nature
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Greeks thought their gods were flawed like human beings. Which statement best explains why Ancient Greek mythology contained a large number of gods and goddesses? Each god and goddess represented a distinct aspect of life. Each Greek ruler was immortalized after death as a god or goddess.
Detailed explanation-2: -It is likely that Greek myths evolved from stories told in the Minoan civilization of Crete, which flourished from about 3000 to 1100 BCE. Read more about the Minoan civilization.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Ancient Greeks used myths about Gods to help them understand things happening around them such as the forces of nature. There were sea gods, woodland gods, sky gods, underwater gods, half-gods and human heroes undertaking courageous or romantic adventures.
Detailed explanation-4: -The ancient Greek people built religious sites, such as temples and shrines, to honor the gods.