Question

The "Iliad" and the "Odyssey" are important because they __________.

tell the true history of the Trojan War.
are great works of literature that help us understand life in ancient Greece.
present factual accounts of the beginnings of Greek civilization.
are factual accounts of the Persian invasion of Greece .

Answer 1

The answer is B. These are great works of literature (some of the first in Greek), that help us understand life in Ancient Greek. They're essentially historical fiction.

Answer 2

The correct answer in this question is the second option. The "Iliad" and the "Odyssey" are important because they are great works of literature that help us understand life in Ancient Greece. These two literary pieces are classified as historical fiction. It also shows us the ideals and beliefs of the Ancient Greeks.