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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  • 2. 
    In Greek literature, the name Erebus is also used as a region of the Greek?   - ProProfs

    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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  • 3. 
    Erebus is a mythology and was believe to be born of?   - ProProfs

    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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  • 4. 
    Erebus is said to have fathered several other deities with?   - ProProfs

    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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    Erebus perceived as darkness, the first recorded instance of it was the place of darkness between earth and?    - ProProfs

    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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  • 6. 
    Erebus was identified as one of the five beings in?   - ProProfs

    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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  • 7. 
    Erebus features little in Greek mythological tradition and?   - ProProfs

    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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  • 8. 
    Depending on the source of Erebus mythology, this union includes?   - ProProfs

    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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  • 9. 
    Greek mythology Erebus was often conceived as a primordial?   - ProProfs

    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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  • 10. 
    He represents the personification of darkness which is known as?   - ProProfs

    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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