Why was hospitality so important to the ancient Greeks? A. There was relatively little development in ancient Greece, so travelers had to rely on the kindness of strangers. B. Those who showed hospitality were given positions of great power and influence in the cities of ancient Greece. C. Showing travelers generosity was the surest way to prevent violence from breaking out between both individuals and cities. D. Strangers were often gods and goddesses in disguise, so it was important to be courteous to all.

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Ramon Love

12 March, 07:21

Why was hospitality so important to the ancient Greeks? A. There was relatively little development in ancient Greece, so travelers had to rely on the kindness of strangers. B. Those who showed hospitality were given positions of great power and influence in the cities of ancient Greece. C. Showing travelers generosity was the surest way to prevent violence from breaking out between both individuals and cities. D. Strangers were often gods and goddesses in disguise, so it was important to be courteous to all.

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Yasmin Short · Answer 1

Hospitality was important to the ancient Greeks for many reasons, but mainly because " C. Showing travelers generosity was the surest way to prevent violence from breaking out between both individuals and cities"