greek and roman gods and goddesses Flashcards
(33 cards)
Who is the king of the Greek gods?
Zeus
What is Zeus’s domain?
Sky and thunder
Which sacred animal is associated with Zeus?
Eagle
zeus’ iconography
lightning bolt and throne
athena’s domains
wisdom and warcraft
What is Athena’s sacred animal?
Owl
Who is the goddess of love and beauty?
Aphrodite
What is Aphrodite’s sacred animal?
Dove
Which Greek god is known for his role as the messenger?
Hermes
What is Hermes’s domain?
Commerce and communication
Who is the god of the underworld?
Hades
What is the sacred animal of Hades?
screech owl
Who is the goddess of the hunt and wilderness?
Artemis
What is Artemis’s sacred animal?
Deer
Who is the god of war?
Ares
True or False: Ares is often depicted with a spear and helmet.
True
What is the domain of Demeter?
Agriculture and fertility
What is Demeter’s sacred animal?
Pig
Who is the goddess of the hearth and home?
Hestia
Which Greek god is known as the god of music, arts, and healing?
Apollo
What is Apollo’s sacred animal?
Lyre (musical instrument) and sometimes the swan
Who is the goddess of the harvest and fertility?
Demeter
What is the relationship between Persephone and Demeter?
Mother and daughter
Who is the god of wine and festivity?
Dionysus