Greek Society & Social Norms
In ancient Greece, at what age were young women typically expected to marry as virgins?
13–14 years old
Mythology is...
The collection of traditional stories explaining natural phenomena, human behavior, and the origin of the world.
This ancient goddess of harvest is reimagined today as a Hollywood advocate for sustainable living.
Demeter / Jessica Alba
In ancient Greek society, women were often seen as objects for male desire and exploitation.
Women were viewed as sexual objects to be exploited.
In ancient Greece, strict social norms dictated that young women marry as virgins around 13–14 and that without a husband, a woman was considered nothing. Today, one modern pairing redefines these constraints by embodying wisdom, strength, and global advocacy for gender equality. Name the mythological figure and her modern counterpart who symbolize this transformative shift.
Athena / Emma Watson
Who was responsible for arranging marriages for young women in ancient Greek society
Their fathers
Greek mythology was not only a set of religious beliefs but also served as a major form of entertainment through…
Greek plays
The goddess known for her strategic wisdom and protection now inspires modern campaigns for gender equality.
Athena / Emma Watson
By who or why was Artemis invoked or summoned
By Women going through childbirth
In ancient Greek law, who held the sole authority to initiate a divorce?
Only men
How did Ancient Myths shape the social expectations and customs in ancient Greek society?
They reinforced cultural norms and justified social roles
The ancient personification of victory now lives on in the record–breaking feats of a modern Olympic athlete.
Nike / Simone Biles
Modern feminist icons challenge the oppressive social customs of ancient times. Goddess or celebrity demonstrates as an advocate for eco-activism and fertility
Demeter / Jessica Alba
In a society where marriage defined a woman’s worth, a woman without a husband was often considered…
Nothing
What's it called when Greek mythology communicated the values, beliefs and customs of a society as they believed they're powerful God's and Goddess
Mythopoeic communication
Name both modern pairings.
one mythic figure of love is reinvented as a pop superstar, while a cursed figure symbolizes controversial transformation.
Aphrodite / Taylor Swift and Medusa / Amanda
Which Goddess is known as the queen of death