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Greek mythology is a vehicle that uses mythological characters and creatures to teach people about the dangers, beauties and possible outcomes of life. In many myths, characters face moral dilemmas involving honor and practicality. The protagonists of epics face creatures that represent values and challenges such as respect, temptation and redemption. How has Greek mythology inevitably evolved with time and new story tellers? Scholars that have interpreted Greek mythology seek to maintain the universal values conveyed in these stories, while ensuring the validity of adapting these stories to their own distinct cultures. It is up to each reader to seek their own truths and learn from epic Greek mythology as best they can.   Which word best describes the author's account of Greek mythology?

A. idealistic

B. pessimistic

C. dubious

D. mysterious

Answer Explanation:

The author account for Greek mythology favors idealism evidenced by statements such as; Greek mythology is a vehicle that uses mythological characters and creatures to teach people about the dangers, beauties and possible outcomes of life. In many myths, characters face moral dilemmas involving honor and practicality. The protagonists of epics face creatures that represent values and challenges such as respect, temptation and redemption. It is up to each reader to seek their own truths and learn from epic Greek mythology as best they can.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.

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    B. man's destiny is not fully clear or visible

    C. man's soul and spirit are immortal

    D. human society will survive despite the serious threat of total annihilation

    Answer Explanation

    The author states that: Man is not destined to vanish. He can be killed, but he cannot be destroyed, because his soul is deathless and his spirit is irrepressible and that they threaten each other, intimidate each other and go to the brink, but before the total hour arrives they withdraw from the brink.

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    A. To inform that the amount of litter is diminishing in the preserve

    B. To inform that the birds from the wildlife preserve are now nesting outside of the preserve

    C. To inform that there is litter in the wildlife preserve

    D. To inform that the birds have started eating the litter along the trail

    Answer Explanation

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    A. glossary

    B. table of contents

    C. afterword

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