Question

read the excerpt from the odyssey. he saw the townlands and learned the minds of many distant men, and weathered many bitter nights and days in his deep heart at sea, while he fought only to save his life, to bring his shipmates home. but not by will nor valor could he save them, for their own recklessness destroyed them all— children and fools, they killed and feasted on the cattle of lord helios, the sun, and he who moves all day through heaven took from their eyes the dawn of their return. of these adventures, muse, daughter of zeus, tell us in our time, lift the great song again. what can be learned about the ancient greeks from this excerpt? choose two answers. ☐ they established the first democratic government. ☐ they contributed to art, science, and philosophy. ☐ they valued perseverance, bravery, and strength. ☐ they believed the gods were active in people’s lives. ☐ they emphasized the importance of physical fitness.

Explanation:

1. The excerpt highlights Odysseus enduring harsh sea trials to save his crew, showing the Greeks valued perseverance, bravery, and strength.
2. It references Lord Helios (a sun god) punishing the crew for eating his cattle, proving they believed gods acted in human lives.
3. The other options are not supported: no mention of democracy, art/science/philosophy contributions, or physical fitness emphasis.

Answer:

• They valued perseverance, bravery, and strength.
• They believed the gods were active in people's lives.