Question 8 of 10 Why are the names of gods often mentioned in the Ramayana? A. They give the author, Valmiki, some religious authority that he wouldn't otherwise have. B. They provide religious instruction; they help the readers of the Ramayana remember the gods. C. They create the impression that the Ramayana was written by the gods themselves. D. They are common references the readers of the Ramayana are expected to understand.

The correct answer is B. They provide religious instruction; they help the readers of the Ramayana remember the gods.<br /><br />The names of gods are often mentioned in the Ramayana to provide religious instruction and to help the readers remember the gods. By mentioning the names of gods, the author, Valmiki, emphasizes their importance and significance in the story. This helps to reinforce the religious teachings and values that are central to the Ramayana.