Question

the defining characteristic of polytheistic religions is the idea that —
o there is an eternal struggle between good and evil
o there are many gods and goddesses in existance
o beings undergo many cycles of rebirth
o past actions control ones destiny

Explanation:

The term "polytheistic" comes from Greek, with "poly -" meaning many and "theos" meaning god. So polytheistic religions belief in multiple deities.

Answer:

there are many gods and goddesses in existence