12 Olympian Gods

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    Zeus son. Artmis twin brother. God of light and truth, music, medicine, played golden lyre, archer, bow and arrow.

    • Pluto
    • Apollo
    • Jupiter
    • Mercury
    • Hermes
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On the Olympus is where the Olympians believe they could find their gods. There were 12 gods and each represented something for example love, death and war. Just how much do you know about these gods that some of the best movies are based on? Take the quiz below and find out.

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    (Greek/Roman) God of seas, trident, "Earth shaker", Zeus & Hades brother. Gave horses to man.

    • Mercury

    • Poseidon

    • Hermes

    • Neptune

    • Hephaestus

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Poseidon
    A. Neptune
    Explanation
    Poseidon is the correct answer because he is the Greek/Roman god of the seas, known for his trident and the ability to cause earthquakes. He is the brother of Zeus and Hades and is also associated with horses, as he is said to have given them to mankind. Neptune is the Roman equivalent of Poseidon, so both answers are correct.

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  • 3. 

    (Greek/Roman) Cheif God, Thunderbolt, only fate more powerful than him, "Cloud Gatherer", Eagle, Oak, Nature God, destructive forces.

    • Zeus

    • Hades

    • Jupiter

    • Apollo

    • Vulcan

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Zeus
    A. Jupiter
    Explanation
    Zeus, also known as Jupiter in Roman mythology, is the correct answer. He is considered the chief god in Greek and Roman mythology and is associated with thunderbolts, symbolizing his power. Zeus is often referred to as the "Cloud Gatherer" and is depicted with an eagle, which represents his authority. Additionally, he is associated with the oak tree and is considered a nature god. Zeus is also known for his destructive forces, further emphasizing his power and influence.

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    (Greek/Roman) God of war. Romans liked him, Greek's did not. Son of Zeus and Hera, they didn't like him either.

    • Hephaestus

    • Poseidon

    • Neptune

    • Mars

    • Ares

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Mars
    A. Ares
    Explanation
    Mars and Ares are both the Roman and Greek gods of war, respectively. The Romans liked Mars, while the Greeks did not like Ares. Mars is the son of Zeus and Hera, who also did not like him.

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    (Greek/Roman) Zeus' wife and sister, guarded marriage, mean and vindictive, punished Zeus' lovers

    • Hera

    • Hestia

    • Juno

    • Venus

    • Athena

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Hera
    A. Juno
    Explanation
    Hera, also known as Juno in Roman mythology, is the correct answer. She was the wife and sister of Zeus and was known for guarding marriage. She was often depicted as mean and vindictive, and she punished Zeus' lovers out of jealousy and anger.

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    (Greek/Roman) Son of Hera only. God of fire, forges metal, lame, ugly, married to Aphrodite.

    • Vulcan

    • Pluto

    • Hephaestus

    • Ceberus

    • Hades

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Vulcan
    A. Hephaestus
    Explanation
    Hephaestus is the correct answer because he is known as the son of Hera in Greek/Roman mythology. He is the god of fire and forges metal, which aligns with the description given. Hephaestus is also depicted as lame and ugly, and he is married to Aphrodite.

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    (Greek/Roman) Brothe of Zeus.Poseidon. Ruler of Underworld, Riches in earth, called Dias

    • Pluto

    • Jupiters

    • Cronus

    • Mars

    • Hades

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Pluto
    A. Hades
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Pluto, Hades. In Greek/Roman mythology, Hades is the brother of Zeus and Poseidon. He is the ruler of the Underworld and is associated with riches in the earth. Hades is also referred to as Pluto, which is derived from the Greek word "Plouton" meaning "wealth". Therefore, both names, Pluto and Hades, refer to the same deity in different mythological traditions.

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    (Greek/Roman) Zeus son, Swift of foot, Zeus' messenger, winged sandals, magic wand, and helmet. Commerce/traders, led souls to their last home.

    • Vulcan

    • Jupiter

    • Mercury

    • Neptune

    • Hermes

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Mercury
    A. Hermes
    Explanation
    Mercury is the correct answer because he is known as the son of Zeus in both Greek and Roman mythology. He is also described as swift of foot, which refers to his role as the messenger of the gods. The mention of winged sandals and a magic wand further aligns with the attributes commonly associated with Mercury. Additionally, he is associated with commerce and traders, as well as guiding souls to the underworld, which is mentioned as leading souls to their last home. All of these details point to Mercury being the correct answer.

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    (Greek/Roman) Daughter of Zeus, Goddess of love and beauty, laughter. Born from foam from the sea. Wife of Hephaestus.

    • Diana

    • Ares

    • Aphrodite

    • Minerva

    • Venus

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Aphrodite
    A. Venus
    Explanation
    Aphrodite, also known as Venus in Roman mythology, is the correct answer. She is the daughter of Zeus and the goddess of love, beauty, and laughter. According to mythology, she was born from the foam of the sea. Aphrodite is also known as the wife of Hephaestus, the god of fire and blacksmiths.

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    (Greek/Roman) Zeus sister, one of the three virgin Goddesses. Goddess of the Hearth, keep fires burning. Public hearths to her honor in each town.

    • Vesta

    • Athena

    • Hestia

    • Ares

    • Hera

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Vesta
    A. Hestia
    Explanation
    Vesta, also known as Hestia, is the correct answer. In Greek and Roman mythology, she is the sister of Zeus and one of the three virgin Goddesses. She is the Goddess of the Hearth and is responsible for keeping fires burning. Each town has public hearths dedicated to her honor.

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    (Greek/Roman) Apollo twin sister. Daughter of Zeus. Bow and arrow, archery, moon, 1 of 3 virgin Goddesses

    • Hestia

    • Artemis

    • Venus

    • Diana

    • Vesta

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Artemis
    A. Diana
    Explanation
    Artemis is the correct answer because she is the twin sister of Apollo in Greek/Roman mythology. She is the daughter of Zeus and is associated with bow and arrow, archery, the moon, and is one of the three virgin Goddesses. Diana is the equivalent Roman name for Artemis.

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    (Greek/Roman) Zeus' daughter, alone. Born asexually from Zeus brain fully grown and armed for battle. Goddess od battlefield. Was one of the three virgin goddesses? Called grey or flashing eyes.

    • Vesta

    • Juno

    • Athena

    • Minerva

    • Artemis

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Athena
    A. Minerva
    Explanation
    Athena, also known as Minerva, is the correct answer. In Greek and Roman mythology, she is the daughter of Zeus and was born asexually from his brain. She was fully grown and armed for battle when she emerged. Athena is known as the goddess of the battlefield and is one of the three virgin goddesses. She is often referred to as having grey or flashing eyes.

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