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Which god is described as the ruler of the Underworld?

  • Zeus
  • Apollo
  • Poseidon
  • Hades (correct)

What is the primary domain of Demeter?

  • Wisdom
  • Hunting
  • Agriculture (correct)
  • Marriage

Which goddess is known for her jealousy and vindictiveness?

  • Aphrodite
  • Athena
  • Artemis
  • Hera (correct)

Which god is known as the messenger of the gods?

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What unique item is associated with Hades that grants him special powers?

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Who is considered the first goddess in Greek mythology?

<p>Gaia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Tartarus known as in Greek mythology?

<p>The womb of Mother Earth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who overthrew Uranus to become the supreme god?

<p>Cronus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which deities are known as the goddesses and gods of violent storms?

<p>Cyclopes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Gaia and Uranus?

<p>Married couple (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Greek goddess is associated with wisdom and knowledge?

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Who was the ruler of the seas and also believed to cause earthquakes?

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Which hero is known for outsmarting a Cyclops?

<p>Odysseus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did Hades have in Greek mythology?

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Which of the following statements about the Greek gods is correct?

<p>They were human-like and often meddled in human affairs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant characteristic of the Greek myths?

<p>They were originally passed down orally. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following themes is NOT commonly associated with Greek myths?

<p>Scientific explanations for natural phenomena. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of hubris in Greek mythology refer to?

<p>A character's excessive pride or arrogance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the Greek gods?

<p>They were regarded as reflections of human qualities and emotions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Greek myths contribute to the understanding of their world?

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Flashcards

Gaia

The first goddess in Greek mythology, representing Mother Earth. She gave birth to Uranus, the sky god, and later married him.

Tartarus

The primordial god of the Underworld, representing the dark and chaotic depths of the Earth.

Nyx

Goddess of night, representing darkness and shadows. She was associated with the moon and stars.

Erebus

The primordial god of darkness, associated with shadows and the void.

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Uranus

The first supreme god in Greek mythology, representing the sky and heavens. He was overthrown by his son, Cronus.

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Who is Hestia?

The goddess of home and family, the last daughter born to Cronus and Rhea.

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Who is Demeter?

Cronus, fearing his children would overthrow him, swallowed the first five children. This goddess of agriculture, however, was saved by Rhea.

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Who is Zeus?

The ruler of the sky, he tricked his father Cronus and became the supreme god of Man.

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Who is Athena?

The goddess of wisdom and war, born from Zeus's head.

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Who is Ares?

The god of war who had a tumultuous relationship with his sister, Athena.

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Polytheism

The belief in many gods.

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Hubris

Excessive pride or arrogance, often leading to downfall.

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Greek Myths

Ancient Greek stories that explain natural phenomena, morality, and history.

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Greek myths and nature

Stories that helped explain the natural world, such as the seasons, through the actions of gods and goddesses.

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Greek myths and morality

Ancient Greek stories that reflected their understanding of morality, often depicting the consequences of greed or other vices.

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Polytheistic

Hellenes (ancient Greeks) believed in multiple gods, unlike monotheistic religions that believe in only one god.

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Olympians

The major Greek Gods, including Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, etc., lived on Mount Olympus, often depicted as a majestic mountain with cloudy peaks.

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Poseidon

The god of the seas, known for his powerful storms and earthquakes, represented the unpredictable and mighty forces of the natural world.

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Demi-God

Half-human and half-god beings often possessing extraordinary abilities or characteristics.

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Greek Heroes

The Greek heroes were legendary figures who used their courage, skill, and often superhuman abilities to achieve great feats, often overcoming challenges and monsters.

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