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which of the following were characteristics of ancient greek literature? select the two correct answers.

a.
epic poems reflected the belief that the gods controlled humans' lives.

b.
lyric poetry was sung about topics like war, politics, and emotions.

c.
the chorus sang in the plays in order to generate more emotion.

d.
tragedies always ended happily and were amusing to the audience.

e.
comedies told about violent conflict and heroes' downfalls in battle.

A.  & B.

Explanation:

A.

Epic poems reflected the belief that the Gods controlled humans' lives.

B.

Lyric poetry was sung about topics like war, politics, and emotions.

Archaic phase

Poems, long before writing, were made to be sung or recited. They talked about myths, folklore and religious speculation. At this time are associated the epics attributed to Homer, the Iliad and the Odyssey, which recount myths of the Mycenaean era. Tragedy and comedy originated in Greece at this stage.

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