Gods and Humans (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Quizzes
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What does 'anthropomorphic' mean when describing Homer's gods?
What does 'anthropomorphic' mean when describing Homer's gods?
They display human characteristics
What do Virgil's gods primarily represent in the Aeneid?
What do Virgil's gods primarily represent in the Aeneid?
Abstract forces like destiny & politics
Why does Poseidon pursue Odysseus in the Odyssey?
Why does Poseidon pursue Odysseus in the Odyssey?
Odysseus blinded his son Polyphemus
What do Jupiter's prophecies guarantee in the Aeneid?
What do Jupiter's prophecies guarantee in the Aeneid?
Rome's imperial destiny
What is xenia in Greek culture?
What is xenia in Greek culture?
Hospitality
What does pietas mean in Roman values?
What does pietas mean in Roman values?
Duty to gods, family, and state
How are Homer's gods different from Virgil's regarding power?
How are Homer's gods different from Virgil's regarding power?
They can be tricked by clever mortals
Why does Mercury intervene with Aeneas in Book 4?
Why does Mercury intervene with Aeneas in Book 4?
To remind him to leave Dido for destiny
What does Athena do in Book 23 of the Odyssey?
What does Athena do in Book 23 of the Odyssey?
Extends daylight for reunion scene
How does Virgil portray humans in relation to divine will?
How does Virgil portray humans in relation to divine will?
As instruments of fate
What does Zeus Xenios specifically punish in Greek culture?
What does Zeus Xenios specifically punish in Greek culture?
Those who abuse guests
Which opening emphasises individual heroism?
Which opening emphasises individual heroism?
'Sing to me of the man, Muse'