Stories of Ancient Rome Quiz

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What was Minerva known as the goddess of?

The moon and the hunt

Grapes and wine

Crafts and weaving (correct)

Wisdom and the owl

Which god was followed by women and satyrs, according to the text?

Mars

Neptune

Bacchus (correct)

Mercury

In what form did Bacchus transform himself when pirates tried to kidnap him?

A deer

A goat

A lion (correct)

An owl

Which goddess is often shown as a young girl with a bow and arrow in statues?

Diana Signup and view all the answers

Where did Apollo have a famous shrine mentioned in the text?

Delphi Signup and view all the answers

Which god was believed to have sprung fully grown from Jupiter’s head according to legend?

Minerva Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Neptune's trident according to the text?

To calm rough seas and bad weather Signup and view all the answers

Why did Roman soldiers pray to Mars?

To seek guidance for their battles Signup and view all the answers

What is Mercury known for according to the text?

Being the messenger of the gods Signup and view all the answers

Which god is associated with being the protector of wives in Roman mythology?

Jupiter Signup and view all the answers

In what way did Neptune use his trident's magical powers?

To calm rough seas Signup and view all the answers

What was Neptune known for in Roman mythology?

Being the god of the seas Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Roman goddess of love?

Venus Signup and view all the answers

Which planet in our solar system is named after the Roman god of war?

Mars Signup and view all the answers

What was Vulcan, the blacksmith of the gods, known for shaping with metal?

Swords, helmets, or shields Signup and view all the answers

Cupid had the ability to make someone fall in love by shooting them with what?

Magic arrows Signup and view all the answers

Which god was also considered the god of music and poetry in ancient Rome?

Apollo Signup and view all the answers

Which planet in our solar system shares its name with a Roman god associated with messages, communication, and travelers?

Mercury Signup and view all the answers