Introduction to Mythology

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What is a myth?

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A myth is a traditional story that serves to explain some phenomenon of nature.

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What do myths represent?

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Myths represent the beliefs and experiences of a culture.

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True or False - Almost every culture has a mythology

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True

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What do myths often attempt to explain?

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The mysteries of life.

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What are gods?

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Gods are beings conceived of as supernatural, having special powers over the lives and affairs of people and the course of nature, and as immortal.

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What is a demi-god?

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A demi-god is a lesser god, a minor deity; the offspring of a human being and a god or goddess.

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What does it mean if someone is mortal?

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Someone who is mortal will eventually die.

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What makes gods immortal?

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Gods are immortal because they are deathless and live forever.

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True or False: Many gods are used in each myth.

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True

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Example of a god or goddess with human emotion as part of their character?

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Athena turned Arachne into a spider out of jealousy.