What is an example of the influence of Greek mythology and symbols on our culture?

a. names of planets and constellations

b. our modern Olympic games

c. references in literature, such as Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus

d. all of these

D. all of these is your answer

d. all of these.

Since the Renaissance, the elements of Greek mythology have witnessed their presence in the Western culture. The main elements from Greek mythology like the Gods, demons, giants, nymphs and the stories of their origins have been a much-used topic. These elements have appeared in literature, art, music, and songs.

A former British Royal Navy minesweeper named his research ship "RV Calypso" after the sea nymph called Calypso.

The U. S. "Apollo Space Program" was named after Apollo who is said to be the god of light and knowledge in Greek mythology.

Kratos, a video game has been named after the son of the Olympian god Zeus.

Seamus Heaney, the Irish writer have used Greek myths which symbolizes the British government.

T. S. Eliot in "The Wasteland" has used many references from Greek mythology.