Mythology Chapter 4 Flashcards

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What is the definition of Allegory?

A symbolic representation in words or pictures of a story that both parallels and illustrates a deeper meaning. (correct)

A historical event that has no deeper meaning.

A literal representation of a story.

A type of poem.

What is an Epiphany?

A revelation or manifestation of a deity to a human.

Who is Apollo?

One of the eight children of Zeus, dominion over music and poetry.

Who is Artemis?

One of the eight children of Zeus, twin sister of Apollo. Signup and view all the answers

Who are Aphrodite's parents according to Homer?

Zeus and Dione. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Ares?

The god of war, son of Zeus and Hera. Signup and view all the answers

The birth of ___________ from the head of Zeus.

Athena Signup and view all the answers

Who is Hephaestus?

A god whose mother conceived him alone due to jealousy, known for his craftsmanship. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Hermes?

One of the eight children of Zeus, known as the herald of the gods. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the feminine followers of Dionysus called?

Maenads. Signup and view all the answers

What did Hermes use to trick Apollo?

Sandals. Signup and view all the answers

Who were trapped by Hephaestus in a net?

Aphrodite and Ares. Signup and view all the answers

Who is said to be Aphrodite's father besides Cronus?

Zeus. Signup and view all the answers

What creature hounded Leto as she searched for a place to give birth?

Python. Signup and view all the answers

At the birth of which god or goddess did thunder and lightning shake the Earth?

Athena. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the offspring of Zeus and Semele?

Dionysus. Signup and view all the answers

Who eternally pushes a boulder up a steep hill in Hades?

Sisyphus. Signup and view all the answers

Which god or goddess, other than Zeus, wears the aegis?

Athena. Signup and view all the answers

What did Hermes steal from Apollo?

Cattle. Signup and view all the answers

Whom did Zeus swallow?

Metis. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the spouse of Poseidon?

Amphitrite. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Maia live in a cave with her son Hermes?

She was shy. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Ixion fall in love with and was punished for?

Hera. Signup and view all the answers

What sort of creature was Python, which was slain by Artemis and Apollo?

A snake. Signup and view all the answers

Which island gave refuge to Leto as she was about to give birth?

Delos. Signup and view all the answers

Who did not recognize her son Pentheus and killed him while under the influence of Dionysus?

Agave. Signup and view all the answers

Who was hurled from Olympus to earth twice?

Hephaestus. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Terms and Definitions

Allegory: A symbolic representation expressing deeper meanings through stories or images.
Epiphany: A moment of revelation involving a deity or a sudden deep insight into a deity's essence.

Major Olympian Deities

Apollo: One of Zeus' eight children; twin of Artemis; god of music and poetry.
Artemis: Also one of Zeus' eight children; twin sister of Apollo; daughter of Leto.
Aphrodite: Daughter of Zeus and Dione or born from Cronus’ severed member; associated with love and beauty.
Ares: God of war; son of Zeus and Hera.
Athena: Daughter of Zeus and Metis; born from Zeus' head after he swallowed pregnant Metis.
Hephaestus: Son of Zeus and Hera (or born from Hera alone); known for his lameness and craftsmanship.
Hermes: Son of Zeus and Maia; known as the herald of the gods; notorious for stealing Apollo's cattle.
Dionysus: Son of Zeus and Semele; born from Zeus's thigh; associated with wine and revelry.

Mythological Characters and Stories

Maenads: Female followers of Dionysus known for their ecstatic worship.
Sisyphus: A mortal condemned to eternally push a boulder uphill in Hades.
Python: A serpent that pursued Leto, thwarted during her search for a place to give birth.
Agave: Mother of Pentheus, who unwittingly killed her son under Dionysus’s influence.

Relationships and Events

Zeus and Metis: Zeus swallowed Metis, preventing her from giving birth to Athena, illustrating themes of power and wisdom.
Hermes’ Deceptions: Used sandals to trick Apollo and stole cattle from him.
Aphrodite and Ares: Caught in a trap set by Hephaestus, revealing themes of jealousy and betrayal.
Hera: Punished Ixion for declaring his love for her, showcasing the dangers of desire.

Notable Locations and Concepts

Delos: The island where Leto found refuge to give birth, emphasizing themes of maternal struggle.
Tartarus: A deep abyss used as a dungeon of torment; Amalthea is not found here, contrasting divine versus mortal fates.
Seasons: Explained through the myth of Demeter and her daughter Persephone, highlighting the connection between motherhood and nature.

Trivia and Fun Facts

Athena: Unique among gods as she is one of the few that wears the aegis.
Hephaestus: Twice hurled from Olympus, illustrating his tumultuous relationship with the divine realm.
Hermes’ Trickery: Known for his cleverness and cunning, he exemplifies the archetype of the trickster in mythology.

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