The poetry of Hesiod around 700 b.c.e., which detailed the daily life of a farmer, became important in ancient Greek history because ________.

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The poetry of Hesiod provided a rare glimpse into the daily life and thoughts of an ordinary farmer in ancient Greece. There were few recorded thoughts and perspectives from non-aristocratic individuals during this time period, making Hesiod's work historically significant. Options A and B are incorrect because they are not accurate representations of the significance of Hesiod's poetry. Option D is also incorrect as Hesiod's background (whether he was an aristocrat or not) does not affect the value of his poetry in providing insight into the life of a farmer.

The Poetry of Hesiod Around 700 B