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What is the main purpose of storytelling in the Classical World?
What is the main purpose of storytelling in the Classical World?
- To entertain and comfort each other
- To invent new stories for children
- To distinguish between adult and children's literature
- To pass on religious and cultural heritage (correct)
Which literary works are mentioned as part of the stories children enjoyed in ancient Greece and Rome?
Which literary works are mentioned as part of the stories children enjoyed in ancient Greece and Rome?
- Homer's Iliad and Odyssey (correct)
- The stories of Aesop's fables
- The adventures of modern explorers
- Roman empire's history
Why is the fifth century BCE in Greece considered the birthplace of Western culture?
Why is the fifth century BCE in Greece considered the birthplace of Western culture?
- Due to the rise of the Roman Empire
- As it was a period of great cultural flourishing (correct)
- Since it was the time of Aesop's teaching
- Because of the decline of Western civilization
Which figure is attributed with writing fables to instruct students in cultural and personal values?
Which figure is attributed with writing fables to instruct students in cultural and personal values?
What epic poem recounts the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who founded the Roman Race?
What epic poem recounts the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who founded the Roman Race?
In the Classical World, what were some common themes found in stories enjoyed by both children and adults?
In the Classical World, what were some common themes found in stories enjoyed by both children and adults?
During the Middle Ages, why was education considered a luxury?
During the Middle Ages, why was education considered a luxury?
Why were books considered rare and expensive during the Middle Ages?
Why were books considered rare and expensive during the Middle Ages?
Which of the following best describes the dominant role of the Roman Catholic Church during the Middle Ages?
Which of the following best describes the dominant role of the Roman Catholic Church during the Middle Ages?
Which form of literature was popular among the majority of people during the Middle Ages?
Which form of literature was popular among the majority of people during the Middle Ages?
What was a common method of entertainment and education during the Middle Ages?
What was a common method of entertainment and education during the Middle Ages?
What sets apart Rosemary Sutcliff’s 'Dragon Slayer' and 'The Light Beyond the Forest' from other literary works of the Middle Ages?
What sets apart Rosemary Sutcliff’s 'Dragon Slayer' and 'The Light Beyond the Forest' from other literary works of the Middle Ages?
