Introduction to Ancient Greek Religion Lesson
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will explore how the ancient Greeks understood their gods as human-like beings who lived at real places, required worship through prayer and animal sacrifice, and directly influenced everyday life. Students will also examine Greek beliefs about the afterlife, including the journey of the soul across the River Styx and the judgment that determined a person’s eternal fate in the underworld. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, source analysis, research, and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.
How would you like to learn?
Option 1: Reading
Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:
Option 2: Source analysis
Step 1: Download a copy of the source analysis worksheet below:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the sources on the following web page:
Option 3: Internet research
Download a copy of the research worksheet below and use the internet to complete the tables.
Option 4: Watch video
Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below:
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