The myths of Hyacinth and Adonis are thought to have roots in which practice?

• A. Homosexuality
• B. Astrology
• C. Agriculture
• D. Music

Answer: (A)

These myths are often read as encoding social practices surrounding male relationships in ancient cultures. In both stories, a young male companion is central to a divine love narrative—the youth Hyacinth beloved by Apollo, and Adonis beloved by Aphrodite. The emphasis on these male bonds, their beauty, and the accompanying tragedy has led some scholars to see them as reflecting or preserving memories of homosexual (same‑sex) affection within certain ancient traditions, sometimes framed in ritual or cultic contexts.

While other interpretations might highlight agricultural cycles or seasonal symbolism, the strongest link here is the portrayal of male love and companionship within mythic storytelling. That makes the idea that these myths have roots in homosexual practices the best fit among the choices.