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ololo11
12 days ago
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How did the Cyclops character contradict everything the ancient Greeks thought was important?

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ddd [6.2K]12 days ago
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The Greeks held the belief that hard work should be rewarded, and they valued organized governance. Odysseus's portrayal of the Cyclops indicates that they lead a more laissez-faire lifestyle. Their crops are produced without cultivation or care, and they lack any structured governance. They resolve issues between families without interference in mutual discipline. 
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