Gender role portrayal in Greek mythology

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What method did Cronus use to overthrow Uranus?

Deceit

Forced exile

Psychological manipulation

Castration (correct)

In the context of the text, what does the birth of Aphrodite testifies to?

Creation of life from chaos

Rise to power of female deities

Power of the sea foam

Function as patron of masculine sexual pleasure (correct)

Who are the offspring of Gaea and Uranus, according to the text?

Titans (correct)

Hecatonchires

Cyclopes

Olympians

What did Cronus do to his own children, as mentioned in the text?

Devoured them Signup and view all the answers

What did Kronos intend to achieve by swallowing his children?

Prevent a prophecy from coming true Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the quote 'I hate and love' in the context of the text?

Exploration of opposites and tensions in myth Signup and view all the answers

What action led to Zeus' rise to power, as per the text?

Being hidden and protected from Kronos by his mother Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Metis in Zeus' rule according to the text?

Metis acted as Zeus' advisor and provided him with cunning intelligence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Zeus swallowing Metis in the Theogony?

It symbolizes the triumph of male sexuality and control over reproduction. Signup and view all the answers

In the Enuma Elish, what is the role of Tiamat in the conflict with the younger gods?

She plans to kill the younger gods and creates monsters to help her in the conflict. Signup and view all the answers

What do Apsu and Tiamat give birth to in Enuma Elish?

Gods such as Anu (sky) and Ea (water) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the conflict between Marduk and Tiamat in Enuma Elish?

Marduk defeats Tiamat and becomes the lord of the universe. Signup and view all the answers

What do the stories of Enuma Elish and Theogony have in common?

Organization of universe as a monarchic state Signup and view all the answers

In Hurrian-Hittite Kingship in Heaven, who challenges Anu for kingship?

Kumarbi Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Anu's manhood in the Hurrian-Hittite Kingship in Heaven myth?

It is bitten by Kumarbi and goes down into Kumarbi's inside. Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of the relationship between Hesiod's Theogony and Near Eastern myths?

There are parallels and influences between Hesiod's Theogony and Near Eastern myths, particularly in the concept of kingship in heaven. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Theogony, what is the significance of the succession from Gaea to Zeus?

It represents a progression from primal entities to the rule of Zeus, emphasizing the exercise of force. Signup and view all the answers

What common theme is shared between Hesiod's Theogony and Near Eastern myths, as mentioned in the text?

Creation out of chaos and disorder, such as the flood and voyage to the underworld. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the progression in Hesiod's Theogony from primal entities to the rule of Zeus?

The emphasis on rule, authority, and the exercise of force. Signup and view all the answers

What key aspect differentiates Hesiod's Theogony from Near Eastern myths like Enuma Elish?

The emphasis on generation rather than creation, highlighting the importance of Eros and Aphrodite. Signup and view all the answers

What role does Eros play in Hesiod's Theogony?

Eros is emphasized as an important factor in generation rather than creation. Signup and view all the answers

How does the succession from Gaea to Zeus in Theogony differ from other mythological narratives?

It highlights a progression from primal entities to rule of Zeus, especially re: authority, exercise of force. Signup and view all the answers