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How did the Trojan War "make" Greek culture?

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The Trojan War's Affect on Ancient Greek Culture :

Religious Beliefs :

-The Trojan War influenced how Women performed tasks and daily activities.

-Greeks found inspiration to fight and stand their ground within the stories of the Trojan War.

-The stories of the Trojan War also gave the Greeks a sense of hope and strengthened their religious beliefs.

Religion :

-The Trojan War affected the daily life of Women.

-The war influenced the occupation of women.

-Women worked with materials long after the war.

-"Although the Greeks in general did not question the veracity of their myths ... some effort was made to try to explain away some of their more fanciful elements" (Joyce Salisbury and Gregory Aldrete).

Women's Roles in Daily Life :

-“They [the Greeks] were also hopeful, for while the hero who gets above himself and acts arrogantly will be punished, he may also, like Achilles, learn from his mistakes” (Carol Thomas and Craig Conant 79).

-The Greeks practiced their religion through sacrifice and regular prayers.

-The culture of ancient Greece was affected by the Trojan War through common rituals, routines, and daily activities.

Hope this helps.


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