APOLLO WEEK 4

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Who is the mother of Apollo and Artemis?

Asteria

Leto (correct)

Hera

Coronis

What is Apollo's role in Greek mythology?

God of the sea and earthquakes

God of thunder and lightning

God of war and hunting

God of music, poetry, and oracles (correct)

Where was Apollo born?

Delos (correct)

Delphi

Lycia

Cyclades

What is the name of the mortal princess who was the mother of Asclepius?

Coronis Signup and view all the answers

Who helped Leto during Apollo's birth?

Artemis Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the ancient city associated with the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis?

Delos Signup and view all the answers

Who is Apollo's twin brother?

Artemis Signup and view all the answers

What is one of Apollo's attributes?

Laurel crown Signup and view all the answers

What was Apollo's declaration to the goddesses after tasting the divine food?

He would declare the will of Zeus to men Signup and view all the answers

Who was the priest/king of Delos?

Anius Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Rhoeo after Staphylus discovered her secret?

She was put in a chest and set to sea Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the doves on Delos?

They were sacred animals Signup and view all the answers

What event led to the massive expansion of Delos?

The declaration of Delos as a freeport Signup and view all the answers

What was the fate of Anius's daughters?

They were turned into doves Signup and view all the answers

Where was Artemis born according to some accounts?

Ortygia Signup and view all the answers

Who is rejoiced by for bearing glorious children in the Homeric Hymns?

Leto Signup and view all the answers

What is the significant geographical feature mentioned in connection with Apollo's birth?

Cynthian hill Signup and view all the answers

What did Leto struggle with before finding a place for Apollo's birth?

Find a place willing to be home for her son Signup and view all the answers

Which island finally agreed to be the birthplace of Apollo?

Delos Signup and view all the answers

Why did Delos agree to be Apollo's birthplace?

It wanted to become rich through Apollo's temple Signup and view all the answers

Which hymn is noted for being atypical, according to the text?

To Ares Signup and view all the answers

What does the text emphasize about Leto's wanderings?

Her wanderings were extensive and difficult Signup and view all the answers

Which goddess was deliberately kept unaware of Leto's labor?

Eilithyia Signup and view all the answers

What did the goddesses promise Iris to bring Eilithyia to Leto?

A great necklace strung with golden threads Signup and view all the answers

Who poured nectar and ambrosia for Apollo after his birth?

Themis Signup and view all the answers

How long was Leto in labor before giving birth?

Nine days and nine nights Signup and view all the answers

Which goddess did not assist Leto during her labor?

Hera Signup and view all the answers

Where did Leto give birth to Apollo?

On Delos Signup and view all the answers

To whom did Leto cling during Apollo's birth?

A palm tree Signup and view all the answers

Which goddess was described as sitting beneath golden clouds?

Hera Signup and view all the answers

Why did Apollo move from his initial chosen site after speaking with Telphusa?

He was convinced there was a better site elsewhere. Signup and view all the answers

What creature did Apollo kill near Parnassus to secure the site?

Python Signup and view all the answers

What transformation did Apollo undergo to lead the Cretans to Crisa?

Dolphin Signup and view all the answers

What name did Apollo earn after leading the Cretans to Crisa?

Apollo Delphinius Signup and view all the answers

What was the omphalos in Greek mythology?

The navel of the world Signup and view all the answers

How does Daphne avoid Apollo's advances?

She transforms into a tree. Signup and view all the answers

Who chose the mortal Idas over Apollo in a love conflict?

Marpessa Signup and view all the answers

Which spring is associated with the Oracle at Delphi?

Castalian Spring Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about Asclepius's staff?

It has a single snake Signup and view all the answers

How does Apollo punish Marsyas for challenging him to a flute competition?

By flaying him alive Signup and view all the answers

Which Greek god is known for challenging Apollo’s music and being given donkey ears as punishment?

Midas Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following characters did Apollo have a tragic relationship with due to a discus accident?

Hyacinthus Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary dichotomy represented in the competition between Apollo and Dionysus?

Rational vs. Irrational Signup and view all the answers

For what purpose did people undergo incubation at Epidauros?

To be healed Signup and view all the answers