WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT ROME

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Romans ideas regarding mythology, literature, philosophy, and social structure were inspired by the ____
A
Early Romans
B
Greeks
C
Egyptians
D
Chinese
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The realistic proportions, sense of movement, and overall beauty of Greek sculptures was inherited by the Roman artists, who often copied Greek sculptures before creating their own. The Romans, like the Greeks, carved both free-standing statues and reliefs that were commonly used to decorate temples.

Detailed explanation-2: -Greek religion had the most impact on Rome; the Romans essentially adopted their gods and goddesses from the Greeks, meaning they shared similar roles and responsibilities. For example, the Greek Hades became the Roman Pluto, god of the underworld. The Romans were also inspired by Greek Art.

Detailed explanation-3: -The ground for Roman literature was prepared by an influx from the early 3rd century bc onward of Greek slaves, some of whom were put to tutoring young Roman nobles. Among them was Livius Andronicus, who was later freed and who is considered to be the first Latin writer.

Detailed explanation-4: -Artists and writers have borrowed and adapted elements from the myths, retelling ancient stories in modern ways. Greek mythology has thus had a profound effect on the development of Western civilization. Ancient Greek mythology was featured not only in poems, plays, and other literature but also in visual art.

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