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Part One - Chapter 2: The Two Great Gods of Earth: Demeter (Ceres) / Dionysus, also called Bacchus

1. What do Greeks believe are the two basic gifts that earth gives to man?

2. How are Dionysus and Demeter different from the Twelve Gods of mythology?

3. How does the myth of Demeter explain the seasons of spring and winter?

4. According to myth, how is Dionysus born? How is this related to Dionysus’ association with grapes and wine?

5. What is he known as, and what does he teach humans?

6. What are the two contrasting ideas associated with the worship of Dionysus?

7. Why is Dionysus considered so important to Greeks?

8. How doles Dionysus become a symbol of resurrection?

9. What is the connection between Dionysus and the Greek theater?