Question

8. Classical mythology has been a great influence on our culture (i.e. vocabulary, literature, advertising, etc.) Give five specific examples of this influence.

1. Planets and Constellations are named after them.
2. There are many books and movies based off of these myths. (Ex. Percy Jackson)
3. There are also flowers names after them. (Ex. Iris, Narcissus, Hyacinth)
4. NASA uses their names for many spaceships and missions. (Ex. Apollo, Ares, Orion)
5.?????

Answer 1

8. The term Achilles' heel means the weak spot of someone. The books about Percy Jackson are about Greek Mythology told in the modern world. The TV series Vikings uses Norse mythology. Comic books and sports teams often use mythological heroes or creatures,