Question

Describe the contribution of Homer to Greek literature.

Answer 1

Hint:We will discuss Greeks. The Greek society was divided into three classes- Nobles or the upper class , Demos or the free people and slaves. The Demos comprised free peasants, labourers. artisans and traders.The Greeks led an easy and simple life. They used to entertain themselves by listening to music, going to the theatre and watching plays. reading, dancing, chariot racing, etc.

Complete answer:
Let us discuss literature of that period.The Greeks made significant contributions to all architecture, history or philosophy, science or the spheres of life, be it literature, art or sports. Politics: Their greatest gift to mankind is democracy. The Athenians showed how well a government can function through democratic institutions. The word 'politics' we use now has been derived from the Greek word 'polis' which means a city.
Literature: The Greeks have made important contributions to literature in the form of epics, poetry, drama and history. The Iliad and Odyssey by Homer are among the greatest epics of the world. The Greeks also excelled in writing dramas - both tragedies and comedies. Some of the world's earliest histories were written by the Greeks. Herodotus, the great Greek historian, is known as the 'Father of History Art and Architecture: The Greeks built huge temple structures.

Note:Agriculture was the main occupation of the people. The important crops grown by them were olives, wheat and flax. They reared animals like sheep and goats. Trade was carried on through rivers and seas. The main items of trade included gold, silver, wheat. wine. olive oil, etc. An important contribution of the Greeks was the introduction of coins as money