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What is an Olympian?
What is an Olympian?
- A type of creature in Greek mythology
- A form of currency used by mortals
- One of the twelve major gods of Olympus (correct)
- A famous hero in Greek history
What is a Pegasus?
What is a Pegasus?
A winged horse from Greek mythology named after the first and greatest of its kind.
What are golden drachmas?
What are golden drachmas?
Olympian currency; the mortal Greek version was silver or iron.
Who is Poseidon?
Who is Poseidon?
What is a prophecy?
What is a prophecy?
What is a Titan in Greek mythology?
What is a Titan in Greek mythology?
What does the term 'veil' mean?
What does the term 'veil' mean?
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Key Terms and Definitions
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Olympian
- Refers to one of the twelve major gods residing on Mount Olympus in Greek mythology.
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Pegasus
- A mythical winged horse, recognized as the first and most notable of its species in Greek lore.
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Golden Drachmas
- The form of currency used by the Olympians, contrasted with the mortal Greek versions that were typically made from silver or iron.
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Poseidon
- One of the three principal Olympian gods; he governs the sea, earthquakes, storms, and all bodies of water.
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Prophecy
- A form of literature, often consisting of rhymed lines, intended to convey predictions about the future.
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Titan
- A supreme deity from Greek mythology, the Titans ruled the Earth before the Olympian gods; Kronos, their leader, was the father of the first six Olympians and known for his cannibalistic actions.
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Veil
- An object or concept that serves to conceal or hide something else.
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