29 Questions
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes myths from legends and fables?
Being set in a divine world or divine time
Why do gods in Ancient Greek mythology fight over which side to support?
Due to the similarities in language and religion between the Greeks and Trojans
Which meter does Emily Wilson write in?
Iambic pentameter
What does it mean if a poem from Ancient Greece is called 'epic'?
It is written in dactylic hexameter
Which theory explains myths as stories that explain why things are the way they are?
Etiology or aetiology
What quality makes an Ancient Greek hero a hero, as explained in the text?
Their extreme qualities that are godlike
What is 'Aristeia' as described in the text?
A moment of excellence in battle
What does 'Timé' represent for Ancient Greek heroes?
Reputation and fame while alive
Which hero in the text debates whether 'kleos' is worth his life?
Achilles
How are Paris and Hector contrasted in the text?
Paris embodies weakness with a bow, while Hector embodies strength with a spear
What motivates the gods to intervene in the Trojan War, according to the text?
They have favorites among the heroes participating in the war
Who is the main character in Sophocles' Philoctetes?
Philoctetes
Why does Odysseus decide to leave Philoctetes behind on the island?
Because Philoctetes gets bitten by a divine snake
What convinces Philoctetes to return to fight in the Trojan War?
A prophecy from Herakles
In Sophocles' Philoctetes, how many actors were allowed to be employed during performances in Athens?
Three actors
Which character receives a prophecy that they must sacrifice their daughter in Iphigenia at Aulis by Euripides?
Agamemnon
What is the main conflict in Iphigenia at Aulis by Euripides?
A conflict between Agamemnon and Clytemnestra
What is the significance of Dionysus being known as the 'New God'?
It highlights his relatively recent introduction into Greek culture.
How does Dionysus' 'twice-born' nature relate to wine in Ancient Greek culture?
It symbolizes the growth of grapes and their fermentation.
Why was Dionysus' foreign origin used as an explanation for his unique worship practices?
To explain his different and mystified worship practices.
What significant quality of Ancient Greek culture is juxtaposed with Dionysus' traits?
Modesty
What major theme is highlighted in the Bacchae?
Recognition
What festival featured the performance of Euripides' Bacchae?
City Dionysia
Why was it considered strange for the Greeks to deny worship to Dionysus?
Dionysus was known for his divine lineage as the Son of Zeus.
What was one of the reasons why Pentheus was hesitant about admitting the worship of Dionysus?
Pentheus was afraid of the excessive behavior associated with Dionysus' worship.
What is one characteristic of the Maenads or Bacchantes, followers of Dionysus?
They are associated with ekstasis and being outside normal behavior.
Why are Satyrs considered big followers of Dionysus?
Because of their association with sexual vigor.
What is the significance of Sparagmos in relation to Dionysus' worship?
It involves a sacrifice where a living creature is ritually ripped apart.
How does Dionysus challenge traditional gender roles according to the text?
By being a gender-bending god and blurring gender boundaries.
Explore the story of Philoctetes, a suitor of Helen, who faces hardships during the Trojan War journey after being bitten by a divine snake. Discover the consequences of his unfortunate encounter and Odysseus' controversial decision.
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