Greek and Roman Gods

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Which Roman deity shares similar domain with the Greek godess Artemis?

  • Junona
  • Venera
  • Diana (correct)
  • Cerera

If someone were seeking favor for a successful trading venture in ancient Rome, to which deity would they most likely appeal?

  • Marsas
  • Merkurijus (correct)
  • NeptÅ«nas
  • Vulkanas

In ancient Greek mythology, which deity would be consulted for matters related to agriculture and the harvest?

  • Hestija
  • Demetra (correct)
  • Hera
  • ArtemidÄ—

Which Greek God is considered the equivalent of the Roman God Jupiter?

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If a blacksmith in ancient Rome prayed to the gods for skill and success in their craft, which deity would they most likely invoke?

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Which of the following pairings accurately represents a Greek god and their Roman equivalent associated with the sea?

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A bride in ancient Greece would offer prayers and sacrifices primarily to which goddess for a happy and enduring marriage?

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Which of the following Roman deities embodies characteristics and responsibilities most closely associated with the Greek god ArÄ—jas?

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If an ancient Greek citizen sought guidance in matters of wisdom, crafts, and warfare, which deity would they likely appeal to?

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To which Roman goddess would one pray for beauty and love?

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Which roman goddess is associated with the hearth, home and family?

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If someone in ancient Greece was seeking patronage for skills in music, healing, and prophecy, which god would they seek?

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What is the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Hera?

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To whom would an ancient Greek family offer daily prayers to protect the home?

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In Roman mythology, which god is associated with both skill and metalworking?

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If an artist in ancient Greece wanted to gain the favor of the gods for their craft, which deity would have been most appropriate to revere?

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What domain did both Demetra and Cerera preside over in Greek and Roman mythology, respectively?

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For which domain does the Roman god Minerva act as counterpart to the Greek goddess AtÄ—nÄ—?

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Which pair of deities were most likely to be invoked together for a prosperous voyage at sea, one by a Greek sailor and the other by a Roman merchant?

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Which option best summarizes the Greek and Roman counterparts for beauty and marriage, respectively?

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Flashcards

Who is Jupiter?

The chief deity in Roman mythology.

Who is Hera?

The Greek goddess of marriage.

Who is Junona?

It represents the Roman goddess of marriage and women.

Who is AtÄ—nÄ—?

The Greek goddess of wisdom, crafts, and war.

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Who is Minerva?

The Roman goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare.

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Who is Apolonas?

The Greek god of music, arts, and prophecy.

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Who is ArtemidÄ—?

The Greek goddess of the hunt and the moon.

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Who is Diana?

The Roman goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and the moon.

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Who is AfroditÄ—?

The Greek goddess of love and beauty.

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Who is Venera?

The Roman goddess of love, beauty, and desire.

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Who is ArÄ—jas?

The Greek god of war.

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Who is Marsas?

The Roman god of war and agriculture.

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Who is Poseidonas?

The Greek god of the sea.

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Who is Neptūnas?

The Roman god of the sea, earthquakes, and horses.

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Who is Demetra?

The Greek goddess of agriculture and harvest.

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Who is Cerera?

The Roman goddess of agriculture, grain, and fertility.

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Who is Hefaistas?

The Greek god of blacksmiths, metalworking, and fire.

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Who is Vulkanas?

The Roman god of fire, metalworking, and the forge.

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Who is Hermis?

The Greek god of commerce, thieves, and travelers.

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Who is Merkurius?

The Roman god of commerce, messages, and travelers.

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Study Notes

  • Greek and Roman Gods

Purpose and Deities

  • Zeus is the supreme god in ancient Greece, equivalent to Jupiter in ancient Rome.
  • Hera is the goddess of marriage in ancient Greece, known as Juno in ancient Rome.
  • Athena is the goddess of wisdom, crafts, and war in ancient Greece, equivalent to Minerva in ancient Rome.
  • Apollo is the god of beauty, art, and prophecy in ancient Greece and Rome.
  • Artemis is the goddess of hunting and the moon in ancient Greece, known as Diana in ancient Rome.
  • Aphrodite is the goddess of beauty and love in ancient Greece, equivalent to Venus in ancient Rome.
  • Ares is the god of war in ancient Greece, known as Mars in ancient Rome.
  • Poseidon is the god of the sea in ancient Greece, known as Neptune in ancient Rome.
  • Demeter is the goddess of the harvest in ancient Greece, known as Ceres in ancient Rome.
  • Hephaestus is the god of blacksmiths in ancient Greece, known as Vulcan in ancient Rome.
  • Hermes is the god of trade and roads in ancient Greece, known as Mercury in ancient Rome.
  • Hestia is the goddess of the hearth in ancient Greece, known as Vesta in ancient Rome.

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