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What did Walter F. Otto want to know about Greek gods?
What did Walter F. Otto want to know about Greek gods?
What distinguishes Greek gods from humans?
According to Walter F. Otto, what is Hermes's most important trait?
According to Walter F. Otto, what is Hermes's most important trait?
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Which of the following terms refers to the figure of Hermes?
Which of the following terms refers to the figure of Hermes?
What is the most common representation of Hermes?
What is the most common representation of Hermes?
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Hermes is closely associated with the Underworld, where he guides the dead.
Hermes is closely associated with the Underworld, where he guides the dead.
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Hermes is a patron deity of war, as shown in the Iliad.
Hermes is a patron deity of war, as shown in the Iliad.
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What is the symbolism of the caduceus staff?
What is the symbolism of the caduceus staff?
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What is Hermes's connection to the Ceryces?
What is Hermes's connection to the Ceryces?
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Hermes is not directly connected to the Underworld.
Hermes is not directly connected to the Underworld.
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How did the Greeks honor Hermes as a purifier and guardian of roads?
How did the Greeks honor Hermes as a purifier and guardian of roads?
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What is the primary purpose of the 'curse tablets'?
What is the primary purpose of the 'curse tablets'?
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Which of the following is NOT a cult title associated with Hermes?
Which of the following is NOT a cult title associated with Hermes?
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The phallus, commonly used as an apotropaic symbol, is closely linked to Hermes.
The phallus, commonly used as an apotropaic symbol, is closely linked to Hermes.
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What is the ethological comparison that Burkeit uses to connect the concept of 'hermaion' with Hermes?
What is the ethological comparison that Burkeit uses to connect the concept of 'hermaion' with Hermes?
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What is the primary link between the 'herms' and Hermes's hills?
What is the primary link between the 'herms' and Hermes's hills?
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Hermes protected the city of Tanagra, Boeotia, from a plague by sacrificing a lamb.
Hermes protected the city of Tanagra, Boeotia, from a plague by sacrificing a lamb.
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Which one of these is a cult title specifically used for Hermes as 'protector'?
Which one of these is a cult title specifically used for Hermes as 'protector'?
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Cynagches is a cult title associated with Hermes reflecting a strong antagonistic relationship with dogs.
Cynagches is a cult title associated with Hermes reflecting a strong antagonistic relationship with dogs.
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What is the primary significance of the transition from a youth to adulthood as symbolized by Hermes?
What is the primary significance of the transition from a youth to adulthood as symbolized by Hermes?
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In the myth of Io, why did Zeus transform her into a cow?
In the myth of Io, why did Zeus transform her into a cow?
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Argos, the guard of Io, is a two-faced, watchful dog.
Argos, the guard of Io, is a two-faced, watchful dog.
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In the most widely known version of the myth, Hermes kills Argos by striking him with a stone hurled from a great distance.
In the most widely known version of the myth, Hermes kills Argos by striking him with a stone hurled from a great distance.
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What is the primary distinction between Hermes and Hestia?
What is the primary distinction between Hermes and Hestia?
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What is the symbolic significance of the fire as associated with Hestia?
What is the symbolic significance of the fire as associated with Hestia?
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Why is Hestia considered the protector of those seeking asylum?
Why is Hestia considered the protector of those seeking asylum?
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The term 'trickster' is closely associated with the concept of 'archetype' established by Carl Jung.
The term 'trickster' is closely associated with the concept of 'archetype' established by Carl Jung.
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Which of the following traits is NOT typically associated with a 'trickster' figure in myths?
Which of the following traits is NOT typically associated with a 'trickster' figure in myths?
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The Greeks drew connections between their deities and those of their neighbors.
The Greeks drew connections between their deities and those of their neighbors.
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What is the primary significance of the figure of Hermes Trismegistus?
What is the primary significance of the figure of Hermes Trismegistus?
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Thoth is primarily associated with the role of a creator god.
Thoth is primarily associated with the role of a creator god.
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Hermaphroditus, a trickster figure, is the offspring of Hermes and Aphrodite.
Hermaphroditus, a trickster figure, is the offspring of Hermes and Aphrodite.
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The Pre-Raphaelite artists were opposed to challenging established norms and conventions in their art.
The Pre-Raphaelite artists were opposed to challenging established norms and conventions in their art.
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What is the symbolic significance of the figure of Hermaphroditus as used in the Pre-Raphaelite artwork?
What is the symbolic significance of the figure of Hermaphroditus as used in the Pre-Raphaelite artwork?
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Who are the parents of Artemis and Apollo?
Who are the parents of Artemis and Apollo?
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Artemis and Apollo are known for maintaining their youthful appearance throughout their lives.
Artemis and Apollo are known for maintaining their youthful appearance throughout their lives.
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Which of the following is a significant cult title associated with Artemis, emphasizing her association with the wild?
Which of the following is a significant cult title associated with Artemis, emphasizing her association with the wild?
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