Greek Gods and Roman Names

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Which Roman deity's domain directly contrasts with that of Apollo?

  • Vulcan
  • Neptune
  • Pluto (correct)
  • Mars

Which of the following sets accurately represents a Greek god, their Roman name, and a shared symbol or emblem?

  • Hephaestus, Mars, hammer
  • Poseidon, Neptune, dolphin (correct)
  • Artemis, Venus, bow
  • Hera, Jupiter, peacock

Which deity would be most associated with the successful harvest of staple crops?

  • Dionysus
  • Demeter (correct)
  • Hestia
  • Artemis

If a temple were adorned with owls and olive trees, which deity would most likely be venerated there?

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Which god is more symbolic of strategic war and wisdom, rather than the act of war itself?

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A playwright is creating a character known for their love, beauty, and desire. Which deity's traits would be most appropriate to attribute to this character?

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Which of the following deities is LEAST associated with the sea?

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The Roman god Vulcan and Greek god Hephaestus share what associations?

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Which god shares domains over hunting and the moon?

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Which god is associated with being a messenger and has winged sandals?

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Who is the god best known for wine and celebration?

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Which god has domains over marriage and childbirth?

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Which goddess is the Roman equivalent to Vesta?

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A hearth and fire are the symbol of which goddess?

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If someone was constructing a story about a messenger who can travel quickly, which god would be best suited for this character?

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Which of the following symbols are associated with Zeus?

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Which of these gods is associated with agriculture?

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What is the Roman name for Zeus?

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If you saw a wild boar, dog, and blood stain sphere depicted in ancient artwork, which god is most likely being represented?

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The symbols bow, arrow, mouse, and lyre are associated with which god?

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Flashcards

Who is Zeus?

King of the Gods in Greek mythology; Roman name is Jupiter

Who is Poseidon?

God of the Sea, earthquakes and horses; Roman name is Neptune.

Who is Hades?

God of the Dead and Darkness; Roman name is Pluto.

Who is Hephaestus?

God of Blacksmiths; Roman name is Vulcan.

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Who is Ares?

God of War; Roman name is Mars.

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Who is Apollo?

God of the Sun; Roman name is Phebehus apollo.

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Who is Hermes?

Messenger of the Gods; Roman name is Mercury.

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Who is Dionysus?

God of Wine and Celebration; Roman name is Bacchus.

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Who is Hera?

Goddess of Marriage and Childbirth, Queen of Olympus; Roman name is Juno.

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Who is Demeter?

Goddess of Agriculture; Roman name is Ceres.

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Who is Athena?

Goddess of Wisdom and Battle; Roman name is Minera.

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Who is Aphrodite?

Goddess of Love, Beauty, and Desire; Roman name is Venus.

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Who is Artemis?

Goddess of the Hunt, Moon, and Unmarried Women; Roman name is Diana.

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Who is Hestia?

Goddess of the Home; Roman name is Vesta.

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Study Notes

  • These are the Greek Gods and their Roman names

Zeus

  • Roman Name: Jupiter
  • Domain: The gods
  • Symbol & Emblem: Thunderbolt, eagle

Poseidon

  • Roman Name: Neptune
  • Domain: Sea
  • Symbol & Emblem: Trident, horse, dolphin

Hades

  • Roman Name: Pluto
  • Domain: Dead and darkness
  • Symbol & Emblem: Invisible helmet and cap of invisibility

Hephaestus

  • Roman Name: Vulcan
  • Domain: Black smiths
  • Symbol & Emblem: Quail, hammer

Ares

  • Roman Name: Mars
  • Domain: War
  • Symbol & Emblem: Wild boar, dog, blood stain sphere

Apollo

  • Roman Name: Phebehus Apollo
  • Domain: The sun
  • Symbol & Emblem: Bow, arrow, mouse, lyre

Hermes

  • Roman Name: Mercury
  • Domain: Messenger/heralds
  • Symbol & Emblem: Winged helmet and sandals, crane, staff with snakes

Dionysus

  • Roman Name: Bacchus
  • Domain: Wine and celebration
  • Symbol & Emblem: Tiger, cup of wine, dolphin

Hera

  • Roman Name: Juno
  • Domain: Marriage & Childbirth & queen of olympus
  • Symbol & Emblem: Peacock, cow, lion

Demeter

  • Roman Name: Ceres
  • Domain: Agriculture
  • Symbol & Emblem: Wheat, poopy, corn

Athena

  • Roman Name: Minera
  • Domain: Over wisdom & battle
  • Symbol & Emblem: Owl, olive tree

Aphrodite

  • Roman Name: Venus
  • Domain: Love, beauty and desire
  • Symbol & Emblem: Doves, rose

Artemis

  • Roman Name: Diana
  • Domain: Hunting, moon, unmarried woman
  • Symbol & Emblem: Bow, arrow, she bear, moon

Hestia

  • Roman Name: Vesta
  • Domain: The home
  • Symbol & Emblem: Hearth, fire

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