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What was the role of Medea in relation to Jason?
What was the role of Medea in relation to Jason?
- She was his enemy.
- She was his sister.
- She was a powerful sorceress who assisted him. (correct)
- She was the goddess of love.
Which monstrous creature did Hercules slay?
Which monstrous creature did Hercules slay?
- Hydra (correct)
- Chimera
- Minotaur
- Griffin
What tragic fate befell Oedipus at birth?
What tragic fate befell Oedipus at birth?
- He unknowingly killed his father and married his mother. (correct)
- He was exiled from Thebes.
- He was cursed by the gods.
- He lost his kingdom.
Who is the Roman figure associated with the founding of Rome?
Who is the Roman figure associated with the founding of Rome?
What task did Venus force Psyche to complete?
What task did Venus force Psyche to complete?
What is the ultimate fate of Hercules?
What is the ultimate fate of Hercules?
What is a primary theme of many Roman myths?
What is a primary theme of many Roman myths?
What creature did Oedipus defeat to become king of Thebes?
What creature did Oedipus defeat to become king of Thebes?
Which Roman god is associated with war?
Which Roman god is associated with war?
What is the primary domain of Ceres in Roman mythology?
What is the primary domain of Ceres in Roman mythology?
Who is the Roman goddess associated with wisdom?
Who is the Roman goddess associated with wisdom?
Which Roman figure is regarded as the messenger god?
Which Roman figure is regarded as the messenger god?
What role does Bacchus play in Roman mythology?
What role does Bacchus play in Roman mythology?
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Golden Fleece
Golden Fleece
A legendary artifact, sought by Jason in Greek mythology.
Hercules
Hercules
A strong Greek hero who performed amazing tasks, eventually becoming a god.
Oedipus
Oedipus
A tragic Greek hero who unknowingly fulfilled a prophecy of killing his father and marrying his mother.
Pyramus and Thisbe
Pyramus and Thisbe
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Roman Mythology
Roman Mythology
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Greek Mythology
Greek Mythology
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Jason
Jason
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Medea
Medea
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Roman god of war
Roman god of war
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Roman goddess of love
Roman goddess of love
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God of underworld
God of underworld
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Roman goddess of wisdom
Roman goddess of wisdom
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Mythical founders of Rome
Mythical founders of Rome
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Study Notes
Greek Mythology
- Golden Fleece: Athamás attempts to sacrifice his son, Phrixus. A golden ram saves them. Jason retrieves the Fleece. Medea helps Jason.
- Hercules: Hydra (multi-headed monster) is one of Hercules' labors. Zeus is Hercules' father. Hercules becomes a god.
- Oedipus Rex: Oedipus marries his mother and kills his father. He defeats the Sphinx. Tragically, he realizes his actions.
- Cupid and Psyche: Aphrodite plots against Psyche. Psyche completes tasks. Psyche becomes a goddess.
Roman Mythology
- Pyramus and Thisbe: Misunderstanding separates them. A tragic event.
- Orpheus and Eurydice: Orpheus looks back; Eurydice is lost.
- Ceyx and Alcyone: Shipwreck at sea; tragic end for Ceyx.
- Pygmalion and Galatea: Pygmalion falls in love with his statue.
- Roman Mythology: Ancient Rome's representation in art and literature.
- Greek Mythology: Primary source for Roman mythology.
- Romulus: Founding Rome. Associated with the Trojan hero Aeneas.
- Rape of the Sabine Women: Explains Rome's growth through conflict and alliance.
- Numa Pompilius: Established Roman legal and religious institutions.
- Political and Moral Lessons: Primary theme of Roman myths.
- Polytheistic: Primary religion of ancient Rome.
- Jupiter: Roman god of the sky and thunder.
- Venus: Roman goddess of love and beauty.
- Minerva: Roman goddess of wisdom.
Other Gods and Figures
- Mars: Roman god of war.
- Mercury: Roman messenger god.
- Diana: Roman goddess of the hunt.
- Pluto: Roman god of the underworld.
- Ceres: Roman goddess of agriculture.
- Vulcan: Roman god associated with fire & the forge.
- Nemesis: Roman goddess of revenge.
- Bacchus: Roman goddess associated with wine and revelry.
- Janus: Roman god of gates and doorways.
- Romulus and Remus: Mythical founders of Rome.
- Achilles: Greatest warrior of the Iliad(Greek Epic Poem). Known for his divine armor and unbeatable range.
- Callisto: Capable of giving birth and capable of great beauty; known for her ability to birth many children.
- Rome: City where Aeneas is destined to found.
- Calypso: Nymph who kept Odysseus captive for seven years.
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