Do You Know The Hippogriff

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1. This were said to be the parents of the Hippogriff

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The correct answer is "mare and griffin." A mare is a female horse, while a griffin is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. The question is asking for the parents of the Hippogriff, which is a mythical creature with the front half of an eagle and the hind half of a horse. Therefore, it makes sense that the parents of the Hippogriff would be a mare (female horse) and a griffin.

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Do You Know The Hippogriff - Quiz

The hippogriff, or sometimes spelled hippogryph, is a legendary creature which has the front half of an eagle and the hind half of a horse

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2. The hippogriff is a symbol of the Greek god name

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The hippogriff is a mythological creature that is often associated with Apollo, the Greek god of music, poetry, and prophecy. In Greek mythology, Apollo is often depicted riding a chariot pulled by hippogriffs. These creatures are said to have the front legs and wings of an eagle, and the hind legs and body of a horse. Therefore, it can be inferred that the correct answer is Apollo.

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The hippogriff is said to be an evil spirit resting and possessing its soul in that of   

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The hippogriff is a mythical creature that is said to have the body of a horse and the wings and head of a griffon. This combination of a horse and a griffon creates a unique and fantastical creature.

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4. The word Hippo of the Hippogriff is derived from 

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The word "Hippo" in the name "Hippogriff" is derived from Greek. This can be inferred from the fact that "Hippo" is a Greek prefix meaning "horse" or "horse-like." The Hippogriff is a mythical creature that has the front half of an eagle and the hind half of a horse, combining characteristics of both animals. Since "Hippo" refers to a horse, it is logical to conclude that the word is derived from Greek, as Greek is known for its influence on mythology and the naming of mythical creatures.

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5. It is extremely fast and is presented as being able to fly around the world and 

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The given correct answer is "Moon". The explanation for this answer is that the Moon is presented as being able to fly around the world and is also known for its fast movement. Additionally, the Moon is a celestial body that orbits around the Earth, making it a suitable option in the context of the question.

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6. The first recorded mention of the hippogriff was made by the Latin poet name

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The correct answer is Virgil. Virgil was a Latin poet who mentioned the hippogriff in his work. This suggests that Virgil was the first to record the existence of the hippogriff in literature.

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7. The hippogriff appears in various works of fantasy such as work of

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8. The hippogriff became a subject of visual art in which century

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The correct answer is 19th century. During the 19th century, the hippogriff, a mythical creature with the body of a horse and the wings of a griffon, became a popular subject in visual art. Artists of this time period were inspired by folklore and mythology, and the hippogriff represented a fusion of two powerful and majestic creatures. Its inclusion in artworks during the 19th century reflects the fascination with fantasy and imagination that characterized the Romantic era.

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9. The first recorded mention of the hippogriff was made by the Latin poet Virgil. Though sometimes depicted during the Classical Era and during the rule of the merovingians, it was used by Ludovico Ariosto in his Orlando Furioso, at the beginning of the

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The first recorded mention of the hippogriff was made by the Latin poet Virgil. The reference to the hippogriff in Virgil's work suggests that the concept of the creature existed during ancient times. However, it was not until the 16th century that the hippogriff gained significant popularity and recognition through its depiction in Ludovico Ariosto's Orlando Furioso. This work, published at the beginning of the 16th century, introduced the hippogriff to a wider audience and solidified its place in literature and mythology.

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10. All of this people used the Hippogriff in their modern day representation of it except

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All of the listed people, Lake George, E. Nesbits, Max Klinger, have used the Hippogriff in their modern day representation, except for Arman Droga.

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This were said to be the parents of the Hippogriff
The hippogriff is a symbol of the Greek god name
The hippogriff is said to be an evil spirit resting and possessing its...
The word Hippo of the Hippogriff is derived from 
It is extremely fast and is presented as being able to fly around the...
The first recorded mention of the hippogriff was made by the Latin...
The hippogriff appears in various works of fantasy such as work of
The hippogriff became a subject of visual art in which century
The first recorded mention of the hippogriff was made by the Latin...
All of this people used the Hippogriff in their modern day...
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