Greek Gods and Oracles

Question 1

What offerings did ancient Greeks bring to their polis temple?

Accepted Answer

wine, milk, pastries, animal sacrifices

Question 2

Ancient Greeks were polytheistic, believing in many gods. Where did they believe these deities were found?

Accepted Answer

Everywhere

Question 3

How often did citizens go to the Oracle at Delphi to hear a prophecy?

Accepted Answer

Monthly

Question 4

In what ways was religion in ancient Greece closely connected to the government and civic pride?

Accepted Answer

City officials were also priests.

Question 5

What inscriptions can be found on the temple at Delphi?

Accepted Answer

Nothing to Excess, Know Thyself

Question 6

Why did the ancient Greeks want to keep their local deity happy?

Accepted Answer

They believed they would turn on their polis if they didn't.

Question 7

How were Greek temples different from modern churches used today?

Accepted Answer

They were houses for the gods., A god or goddess statue was built in front of an altar., A sacred fire was always kept burning by those who served the temple.

Question 8

How did the Greeks imagine their gods and goddesses to be?

Accepted Answer

Human-like

Question 9

According to Greek Mythology, where did the 12 major Greek gods live?

Accepted Answer

Mt. Olympus

Question 10

Who spoke the prophecy at Delphi?

Accepted Answer

The Pythia

Question 11

How was Croseus's prophecy misinterpreted?

Accepted Answer

He thought he'd win, but was defeated.

Question 12

Oracles were mostly what gender?

Accepted Answer

Female

Greek Gods and Oracles

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