Ancient Greek and Roman mythology tell stories about the relationships between humans and the gods. The goddess Aphrodite (Venus) is one of a pantheon of gods and goddesses the ancient Greeks and Romans endowed with unique powers and characteristics. Myths about gods, heroes, and heroines often explain something about the order of the universe or the relationships between the gods and man. Make a list of mythological and legendary heroes and heroines. What makes these figures memorable? Select a hero or heroine from the list who holds special importance for you. Write a description of that figure. From which culture does he or she originate? In what ways is the hero or heroine important to.
