Do You Know Basilisk?

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1. Basilisk is venomous .

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Basilisks are indeed venomous. They possess venom glands and deliver venom through their bites. This venom is used to immobilize or kill their prey. Therefore, the correct answer is "Yes".

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2. Basilisk is the king of serpent.

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The statement "Basilisk is the king of serpent" is true because in mythology and folklore, the basilisk is often depicted as the king of serpents. It is described as a legendary creature, usually portrayed as a giant snake or serpent with a crown-like crest on its head. The basilisk is believed to have the power to petrify or kill with its gaze, making it a feared and powerful figure in serpent lore.

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3. Basilisk is said to be the king of what?

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The basilisk is said to be the king of reptiles because it is a legendary creature often depicted as a giant serpent or lizard. In folklore and mythology, the basilisk is known for its ability to kill with a single glance or breath, and it is often associated with reptiles due to its reptilian features. Therefore, the correct answer is Reptiles.

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4. Isidore of Seville defined the basilisk as the king of snakes, due to its killing glare and its poisonous breath.

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Isidore of Seville defined the basilisk as the king of snakes because of its lethal gaze and its venomous breath. This suggests that the statement is accurate and the answer is true.

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5. Which of the following characteristics attributed to it being named king?

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The presence of a mitre on its head is a characteristic that is attributed to it being named king. This suggests that the creature in question possesses a distinctive headpiece resembling a mitre, which is traditionally associated with royalty or high-ranking individuals. This characteristic likely led to the creature being named "king" due to its regal appearance.

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6. Which of the following passages in the bible has Basilisk in its content

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The correct answer is Isaiah 14:29 because this passage mentions the "fiery flying serpent," which is believed to be a reference to the Basilisk. The Basilisk is a mythical creature often described as a serpent or dragon with the ability to kill with a single glance or breath. It is mentioned in various ancient texts and folklore, including the Bible. In Isaiah 14:29, the passage talks about the Philistines and their fear of the serpent, which aligns with the characteristics of the Basilisk.

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7. What does Basilisk mean?

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The word "basilisk" is derived from the Greek word "basilikos" which means "royal" or "kingly". In this context, "little king" is the most appropriate meaning for basilisk as it signifies a small or junior king. The term "baby king" does not accurately capture the essence of a basilisk, while "giant king" implies a large or powerful king which is not the intended meaning. "Oblivion" is unrelated to the concept of a basilisk and does not fit as a meaning for the word.

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8. What is its weakness?

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The correct answer is "Odor of the weasel." This suggests that the weakness being referred to is the odor of the weasel. This implies that the weasel's smell is a disadvantage or vulnerability in some way.

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9. According to the Naturalis Historia of Pliny the Elder, the basilisk of Cyrene is said to be of what side?

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According to the Naturalis Historia of Pliny the Elder, the basilisk of Cyrene is said to be not more than 12 fingers.

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10. Basilisk is a ___________

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The correct answer is "Small Snake" because a basilisk is a type of snake that is generally small in size. It is not a giant snake, nor is it something other than a snake. Therefore, the correct option is "Small Snake."

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Basilisk is venomous .
Basilisk is the king of serpent.
Basilisk is said to be the king of what?
Isidore of Seville defined the basilisk as the king of snakes, due to...
Which of the following characteristics attributed to it being named...
Which of the following passages in the bible has Basilisk in its...
What does Basilisk mean?
What is its weakness?
According to the Naturalis Historia of Pliny the Elder, the basilisk...
Basilisk is a ___________
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