la 8th hour myth Flashcards
ace test (26 cards)
What is mythology?
A collection of myths, especially one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.
Who are the main gods in Greek mythology?
The Olympian gods, including Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, and Athena.
True or False: Greek mythology includes stories of heroes and monsters.
True
Fill in the blank: The god of the sea in Greek mythology is ______.
Poseidon
What is the significance of Mount Olympus in Greek mythology?
It is considered the home of the Olympian gods.
Who is known as the king of the gods in Greek mythology?
Zeus
Which goddess is associated with wisdom and warfare?
Athena
Multiple Choice: Who is the messenger of the gods? A) Ares B) Hermes C) Apollo
B) Hermes
What is a myth?
A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon.
Fill in the blank: The hero who completed the Twelve Labors is ______.
Heracles (Hercules)
True or False: Greek myths were often used to explain natural events.
True
Who is the goddess of love and beauty?
Aphrodite
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a Greek hero? A) Theseus B) Odysseus C) Merlin
C) Merlin
What did the Greeks believe about the afterlife?
They believed in an underworld ruled by Hades, where souls would go after death.
Fill in the blank: The Trojan War was fought between the Greeks and the ______.
Trojans
Who is the goddess of the harvest?
Demeter
True or False: The Greek pantheon is made up of 12 major gods.
True
What role did oracles play in Greek mythology?
They were believed to provide prophecies and guidance from the gods.
Multiple Choice: Who is the god of wine? A) Apollo B) Dionysus C) Hades
B) Dionysus
What is the purpose of a myth?
To convey moral lessons, explain the world, and preserve cultural traditions.
Fill in the blank: The hero known for his intelligence and cunning was ______.
Odysseus
Who is the god of war?
Ares
True or False: Myths were only told in written form in ancient Greece.
False
What is a common theme found in many Greek myths?
The struggle between humans and gods or fate.
