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How many sisters of Gorgon are recorded in history?
- 4
- 5
- 3
- 2

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Gorgon is a female creature in Greek mythology. Gorgon is gotten from the Greek word gorgós, meaning dreadful. Literally, it means a frightening or repulsive woman.

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Who is one of the Gorgon sisters?
- Tritis
- Polin
- Medusa
- Lisa
Correct Answer

A. Medusa

Explanation

Medusa is one of the Gorgon sisters in Greek mythology. She is known for her hair made of snakes and her ability to turn anyone who looked at her into stone. Medusa is often depicted as a monstrous creature, and her story is widely known in various mythological tales and artworks.

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3.

The hair of the Gorgon sisters is made of?
- Wool
- Feathers
- Snakes
- Thread
Correct Answer

A. Snakes

Explanation

The hair of the Gorgon sisters is made of snakes. In Greek mythology, the Gorgons were three sisters with snakes for hair. One of the most famous Gorgons is Medusa, whose gaze could turn people to stone. This depiction of snakes as hair is a unique and iconic characteristic of the Gorgons.

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4.

Which of the Gorgon sisters killed Perseus?
- Siria
- Talia
- Medusa
- Stheno
Correct Answer

A. Medusa

Explanation

Medusa is the correct answer because she is one of the three Gorgon sisters in Greek mythology. While all three sisters were known for their hideous appearance and snakes for hair, it was Medusa who was ultimately killed by Perseus. Perseus used a reflective shield to avoid looking directly at Medusa, as her gaze could turn anyone to stone. He then decapitated her, using her severed head as a weapon later on.

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5.

The Gorgon sisters had the power to turn anyone who looked at them into?
- Ice
- Vapour
- Water
- Stone
Correct Answer

A. Stone

Explanation

The Gorgon sisters, in Greek mythology, were known for their ability to turn anyone who looked at them into stone. Medusa, the most famous of the Gorgons, had a gaze that could petrify anyone who made eye contact with her. This power to transform people into stone was a result of a curse placed upon them by the gods.

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Who is one of the Gorgon sisters?
- Lamesu
- Ria
- Dalia
- Euryale
Correct Answer

A. Euryale

Explanation

Euryale is one of the Gorgon sisters. In Greek mythology, the Gorgons were three sisters who were known for their snake-like hair and ability to turn anyone who looked at them into stone. Euryale, along with her sisters Medusa and Stheno, were the daughters of the sea gods Phorcys and Ceto. Euryale is often depicted as the middle sister, and she is known for her fierce and terrifying appearance.

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Which of the Gorgon sisters is referred to as the Mighty?
- Ria
- Lisa
- Stheno
- Medusa
Correct Answer

A. Stheno

Explanation

Stheno is referred to as the Mighty among the Gorgon sisters. The Gorgon sisters are a trio of monstrous sisters in Greek mythology, known for their hair of living, venomous snakes and the ability to turn anyone who looked at them into stone. Among the three sisters, Stheno is specifically described as the Mighty, indicating that she possesses great strength or power compared to her siblings Ria and Lisa, and even the infamous Medusa.

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Who is the mother of the Gorgon sisters?
- Roni
- Ria
- Ceto
- Medusa
Correct Answer

A. Ceto

Explanation

Ceto is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, Ceto is described as a primordial sea goddess and the mother of the Gorgon sisters. The Gorgons, including Medusa, were monstrous creatures with snakes for hair and the ability to turn people to stone. Ceto's role as their mother is an important part of the mythological narrative surrounding the Gorgons.

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Which of the Gorgon sisters is referred to as the Far Springer?
- Lisa
- Euryale
- Ceto
- Medusa
Correct Answer

A. Euryale

Explanation

Euryale is referred to as the Far Springer among the Gorgon sisters. This implies that she has the ability to jump or spring a significant distance.

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10.

Who is the father of the Gorgon sisters?
- Cete
- Loki
- Pita
- ‎Phorcys
Correct Answer

A. ‎Phorcys

Explanation

Phorcys is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, Phorcys is described as the father of the Gorgon sisters. He is a primordial sea god and the son of Pontus and Gaia. Phorcys is often depicted as a sea monster with a fish tail and crab claws, and he is associated with the dangers of the ocean. The Gorgon sisters, Medusa, Stheno, and Euryale, are famous for their snake hair and ability to turn people to stone with their gaze.

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