What Do You Know About Erebus?

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In the Greek mythology, Erebus also referred?
- Shadow
- White
- Cloud
- War

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Greet mythology offers wonder into human past, from the ancient Greek to date, certain people that have been immortalized or seen as a deity are worth knowing about. You think to score up to 90% on this quiz?

2.

Greek mythology Erebus was often conceived as a primordial?
- Deity
- King
- God
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Deity

Explanation

In Greek mythology, Erebus is often depicted as a primordial deity. Primordial deities are the first beings to emerge at the beginning of creation and are associated with the fundamental aspects of the universe. Erebus is specifically associated with darkness and shadows, representing the primeval darkness before the creation of light. As a deity, Erebus holds a significant role in the Greek mythological cosmogony and is considered one of the earliest and most powerful divine beings.

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3.

He represents the personification of darkness which is known as?
- Hesiod
- Haroun
- Damascus
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Hesiod

Explanation

Hesiod is a Greek poet who is known for his works that include the personification of darkness. Therefore, he represents the personification of darkness. The other options, Haroun and Damascus, do not have any direct association with the personification of darkness. Hence, the correct answer is Hesiod.

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4.

Erebus was identified as one of the five beings in?
- Existence
- Mountain
- Nation
- Greek
Correct Answer

A. Existence

Explanation

Erebus was identified as one of the five beings in existence. This suggests that Erebus is considered to be one of the beings that exist.

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5.

Erebus is a mythology and was believe to be born of?
- Chaos
- War
- Harmony
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. Chaos

Explanation

Erebus is a figure in Greek mythology who is believed to have been born from Chaos. Chaos is considered the primordial and formless void from which all things in the universe originated. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that Erebus, as a mythological entity, would have been born from Chaos.

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6.

Erebus features little in Greek mythological tradition and?
- Literature
- Culture
- Empire
- Code
Correct Answer

A. Literature

Explanation

Erebus features little in Greek mythological tradition and literature. This implies that there is not much mention or significance given to Erebus in Greek mythology or the literary works that are based on it. It suggests that Erebus is not a prominent figure or theme in the stories and writings of ancient Greece.

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7.

Erebus is said to have fathered several other deities with?
- Nyx
- Onyx
- Klu Clan
- Zeuss
Correct Answer

A. Nyx

Explanation

Erebus is said to have fathered several other deities with Nyx. Nyx is a primordial goddess of the night in Greek mythology, and she is often depicted as a powerful and mysterious figure. Together, Erebus and Nyx are believed to have parented various deities, including Hypnos (the god of sleep), Thanatos (the god of death), and the three Fates (Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos). This relationship between Erebus and Nyx highlights their role in the creation of the divine pantheon and their significance in the Greek mythological tradition.

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8.

In Greek literature, the name Erebus is also used as a region of the Greek?
- Underworld
- Empire
- Nation
- Family
Correct Answer

A. Underworld

Explanation

Erebus is a name used in Greek literature to refer to a region of the Greek underworld. In Greek mythology, Erebus is the personification of darkness and shadow, and is often described as a place where the souls of the dead reside. Therefore, the correct answer is "Underworld".

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9.

Depending on the source of Erebus mythology, this union includes?
- Aether, Hemera and Thanatos
- Hypnos and Moirai
- Geras, Styx and Charon
- All of the above
Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

The correct answer is "All of the above." Depending on the source of Erebus mythology, the union can include Aether, Hemera, Thanatos, Hypnos, Moirai, Geras, Styx, and Charon.

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10.

Erebus perceived as darkness, the first recorded instance of it was the place of darkness between earth and?
- Hades
- Mountain
- Cloud
- Space
Correct Answer

A. Hades

Explanation

Erebus is perceived as darkness, and the first recorded instance of it was as the place of darkness between earth and Hades. Hades is known as the underworld in Greek mythology, and it is often associated with darkness and death. Therefore, it makes sense that Erebus, being the personification of darkness, would be connected to Hades.

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