Greek Mythology Story Quiz

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What happened to Ariadne when she was abandoned on the shore of Naxos by Theseus?

She was kidnapped by Lycurgus as an act of revenge.

She was rescued by Zeus and taken to Olympus to live with the gods.

She was left to perish on the shore by herself.

She was rescued by Dionysus and eventually fell in love with him. (correct)

How did Dionysus show compassion towards Ariadne when he found her abandoned?

By leaving her alone on the shore.

By punishing her for her actions.

By rescuing her and eventually loving her. (correct)

By ignoring her and moving on with his journey.

What did Dionysus do with the crown he had given Ariadne after her death?

Placed it among the stars. (correct)

Threw it into the sea.

Gave it to the other gods as an offering.

Buried it in a hidden cave.

Why did Dionysus dare to descend into the lower world to seek his mother?

He longed to see his mother whom he had never met. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What fate did Dionysus' mother meet after he defied Death to bring her back?

She was taken to Olympus to live among the gods. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What were the women frenzied with wine called in the text?

Maenads (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Pentheus laugh mockingly at Teiresias?

Teiresias was dressed as a wild woman. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What led to Pentheus bringing doom upon himself?

He ignored the warnings of the gods. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did Dionysus respond to Pentheus' roughness and scorn?

He tried to show gentleness and reach Pentheus' real self. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why were the soldiers ashamed when capturing Dionysus?

The maidens they had imprisoned had all escaped. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did Pentheus react when he heard about Dionysus coming with many wonders?

He became blind with anger and scorn. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Dionysus warn Pentheus that he could not be kept in prison?

God would set him free. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who were Castor and Pollux usually represented as?

Gods who were the special protectors of sailors (B) Signup and view all the answers

What contradictory accounts are given about Castor and Pollux?

Castor alone was believed to be divine, while Pollux was mortal (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Greek name 'Dioscouri' commonly associated with?

Sons of Zeus (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which event did Castor and Pollux NOT participate in?

The rescue of Theseus from the Minotaur (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Castor and Pollux according to the text?

Twins born to Leda from different fathers (C) Signup and view all the answers

In Rome, how were Castor and Pollux honored?

As the great Twin Brethren to whom all Dorians prayed (C) Signup and view all the answers