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The author of the Greek epic 'The Iliad' is:

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Homer wrote "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey" — two epic poems from ancient Greece.
  • Shakespeare
  • Dante
  • Homer
  • Aristotle
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Homer is the ancient Greek poet traditionally said to be the author of the two great Greek epics: "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey".
"The Iliad" recounts the events of the Trojan War, focusing on the hero Achilles. It is one of the foundational texts of Western literature. Let’s examine the other options:
(A) Shakespeare – English playwright; not related to Greek epics.

(B) Dante – Italian poet, author of “The Divine Comedy.”

(D) Aristotle – Greek philosopher, not a poet.
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