Greek myths were used to explain which of the following?

• A. Astronomical phenomena
• B. Natural events
• C. Religious rites
• D. Economic policies

Answer: (B)

Greek myths explain natural events by giving personified causes to the forces of the world. In ancient Greece, stories about gods and heroes were used to make sense of what people observed in nature—thunder and lightning were the power of Zeus, the changing seasons were linked to Demeter and Persephone, and storms at sea were controlled by Poseidon. These myths act as explanations that help people remember why weather, seasons, and other natural phenomena happen. While myths could be woven into religious practices, their primary function here is to account for natural events, not economic policies.