Greek Mythology Bee

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    His primary weapon is the trident; as lord of the sea, the half-horse, half-fish hippocampi pulled his sea chariot, and his son Triton announced his arrival by blowing on a conch shell.

    • Zeus
    • Poseidon
    • Hades
    • Pirithous
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How much do you know about Greek mythology? How well do you know the book, The Lightning Thief? Test your knowlege with our mythology bee. Good luck!

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    This goddess of love and beauty's symbols are the rose and the hand mirror; she is usually considered to be either the daughter of Zeus or the daughter of Uranus, the grandfather of Zeus, thus making her Zeus's aunt.

    • Hestia

    • Artemis

    • Aphrodite

    • Urania

    Correct Answer
    A. Aphrodite
    Explanation
    Aphrodite is the correct answer because she is commonly associated with love and beauty, and her symbols are the rose and the hand mirror. She is also often considered to be either the daughter of Zeus or the daughter of Uranus, which would make her Zeus's aunt.

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    What was the primary weapon of Zeus, which he used during the war between the gods and the Titans?

    • A trident

    • A conch shell

    • Lightning

    • A magical spear

    Correct Answer
    A. Lightning
    Explanation
    Zeus's primary weapon during the war between the gods and the Titans was lightning. This is commonly known in Greek mythology, as Zeus is often depicted as wielding thunderbolts or lightning bolts as a symbol of his power. Lightning is a powerful and destructive force of nature, and it represents Zeus's authority and ability to control the elements. Using lightning as his weapon, Zeus was able to defeat the Titans and establish his rule over the gods.

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  • 4. 

    The 3-headed dog who guards the gates of the Underworld.  A son of the monster Echidna, he permits new spirits to enter the world of the dead, but will not allow any to leave.

    • Percy Jackson

    • Cerberus

    • Zeus

    • Harry Potter

    Correct Answer
    A. Cerberus
    Explanation
    Cerberus is the correct answer because he is the 3-headed dog who guards the gates of the Underworld. He is the son of the monster Echidna and his role is to permit new spirits to enter the world of the dead but not allow any to leave. Percy Jackson and Harry Potter are characters from different book series and Zeus is a Greek god, but they are not relevant to the description given.

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  • 5. 

    Who is Lord of the Titans and ruled before the gods?

    • Kronos

    • Rhea

    • Prometheus

    • Cerberus

    Correct Answer
    A. Kronos
    Explanation
    Kronos is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, he is known as the Lord of the Titans and ruled before the gods. He was the youngest of the Titans and the father of Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades. Kronos is often depicted as a powerful and fearsome figure who was eventually overthrown by his own son Zeus in a war known as the Titanomachy.

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  • 6. 

    This mythological winged horse was born from the severed head of Medusa.

    • Arion

    • Chiron

    • Bucephalus

    • Pegasus

    Correct Answer
    A. Pegasus
    Explanation
    Pegasus is the correct answer because according to Greek mythology, Pegasus was indeed born from the severed head of Medusa. After Perseus killed Medusa, Pegasus emerged from her blood, along with Chrysaor, a golden warrior. Pegasus is often depicted as a beautiful white horse with wings, and he became the trusted companion of heroes such as Bellerophon and Perseus. Pegasus is also known for his ability to fly and is often associated with poetry and inspiration.

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  • 7. 

    Which of the Olympians chose never to set foot on Mt. Olympus?

    • Aphrodite

    • Athena

    • Poseidon

    • Hades

    Correct Answer
    A. Hades
    Explanation
    Hades is the correct answer because he is the god of the underworld, not the heavens. While the other Olympians reside on Mt. Olympus, Hades rules over the realm of the dead and therefore would not set foot on Mt. Olympus.

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    She was the twin sister of Zeus and was beguiled into becoming his wife when Zeus transformed himself into her favorite bird, the cuckoo. 

    • Hera

    • Demeter

    • Alcmene

    • Artemis

    Correct Answer
    A. Hera
    Explanation
    Hera is the correct answer because she was the twin sister of Zeus and was deceived by Zeus when he disguised himself as her favorite bird, the cuckoo, in order to marry her. This deception led to their marriage and Hera becoming the queen of the gods.

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    She was the merciless and cold goddess of the moon, the hunt, and chastity; her twin brother was Apollo.

    • Arethusa

    • Artemis

    • Glauce

    • Athena

    Correct Answer
    A. Artemis
    Explanation
    Artemis is the correct answer because she is commonly known as the goddess of the moon, the hunt, and chastity. She is often depicted as being merciless and cold, and she is the twin sister of Apollo in Greek mythology. Therefore, Artemis fits the description given in the question.

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    She was the mother of the goddess of spring, who was also the Queen of the Underworld; her name in Greek means "Barley-Mother".

    • Artemis

    • Hera

    • Athena

    • Demeter

    Correct Answer
    A. Demeter
    Explanation
    Demeter is the correct answer because she was the mother of Persephone, the goddess of spring and the Queen of the Underworld. In Greek mythology, Demeter is associated with agriculture and fertility, and her name translates to "Barley-Mother," highlighting her connection to the harvest. Therefore, Demeter fits the description given in the question.

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  • 11. 

    He stole fire from Zeus and taught its secrets to Phoroneus.

    • Aeneas

    • Epimetheus

    • Prometheus

    • Chiron

    Correct Answer
    A. Prometheus
    Explanation
    Prometheus is the correct answer because he is known in Greek mythology for stealing fire from Zeus and giving it to humanity. He is also credited with teaching the secrets of fire to Phoroneus, who is considered the first mortal man. Prometheus' act of stealing fire and sharing its knowledge with humans is seen as a significant event in Greek mythology, as it brought progress and civilization to mankind.

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    This god's symbols are the shield and spear; the moons of the planet that bears his Roman namesake are Phobos and Deimos.

    • Ares

    • Perseus

    • Theseus

    • Poseidon

    Correct Answer
    A. Ares
    Explanation
    Ares is the correct answer because he is the Greek god of war and his symbols are the shield and spear. The moons of the planet Mars, which is the Roman namesake of Ares, are Phobos and Deimos.

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    Which was the River of the Unbreakable Oath in the Underworld, and into which Achilles was dipped by Thetis?

    • Ixion

    • Hermes

    • Styx

    • Acheron

    Correct Answer
    A. Styx
    Explanation
    The River Styx was known as the River of the Unbreakable Oath in the Underworld. According to Greek mythology, Achilles was dipped into the River Styx by his mother Thetis in order to make him invulnerable, except for his heel. The River Styx was believed to have magical powers and was often associated with oaths and promises.

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  • 14. 

    One day Zeus had a splitting headache, so he called upon Hephaestus to literally split open his head since it hurt so badly.  Who, to his surprise, sprung fully armored from his head?

    • Artemis

    • Athena

    • Dionysus

    • Iris

    Correct Answer
    A. Athena
    Explanation
    Zeus called upon Hephaestus to split open his head because he had a splitting headache. To his surprise, Athena sprung fully armored from his head.

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    Which gorgeous goddess was born from the foam of the sea, and is the subject of a beautiful painting by Botticelli in which she is seen standing on an upturned shell riding the ocean waves?

    • Aphrodite

    • Amphitrite

    • Athena

    • Nike

    Correct Answer
    A. Aphrodite
    Explanation
    Aphrodite is the correct answer because she is the goddess who was born from the foam of the sea. The painting by Botticelli, called "The Birth of Venus," depicts Aphrodite standing on a shell and riding the ocean waves.

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    These creatures, fauns to Romans, were envisioned as being half-man and half-goat; they loved to chase nymphs through the woods.

    • Centaurs

    • Satyrs

    • Hippogriffs

    • Naiads

    Correct Answer
    A. Satyrs
    Explanation
    Satyrs are the correct answer because they are creatures from Roman mythology that are depicted as half-man and half-goat. They are known for their love of chasing nymphs through the woods. Centaurs, on the other hand, are half-man and half-horse, while hippogriffs are part eagle and part horse. Naiads are water nymphs and do not fit the description given in the question.

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  • 17. 

    This was the favorite food of the gods.

    • Nectar

    • Twinkied poptarts

    • Ambrosia

    • Ichor

    Correct Answer
    A. Ambrosia
    Explanation
    Ambrosia is often described as the favorite food of the gods in Greek mythology. It is believed to be a divine substance that grants immortality and eternal youth to those who consume it. This explanation aligns with the statement provided in the question, making ambrosia the correct answer.

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    Who ferried the dead across a river in the Underworld if they gave him the proper payment, a coin or obol, which the Greeks always placed under a dead person's tongue when given a proper burial? 

    • Charon

    • Acheron

    • Achelous

    • Cerberus

    Correct Answer
    A. Charon
    Explanation
    Charon is the correct answer because he is the ferryman in Greek mythology who transported the souls of the dead across the river Styx or Acheron to the Underworld. In order to pay for their passage, the Greeks placed a coin or obol under the tongue of the deceased during burial. Charon is often depicted as a grim and silent figure, ensuring that only those who had received a proper burial could cross the river.

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    These three were mysterious old hags who controlled the destiny of all living beings from birth to death.  They spun out each life as a thread and cut it at the moment of death.  Even the supposedly immortal gods were afraid of them.

    • Harpies

    • Furies

    • Sirens

    • Fates

    Correct Answer
    A. Fates
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Fates". The explanation for this answer is that the description given in the question matches the characteristics of the Fates in Greek mythology. The Fates, also known as the Moirai, were three goddesses who controlled the destiny of all living beings. They were depicted as old hags who spun the thread of each person's life and cut it at the moment of death. Even the gods feared them, emphasizing their immense power and control over the lives of mortals. Therefore, the Fates are the most fitting choice based on the given description.

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    Wild, unruly bird-winged maidens, sometimes pictured as ugly hags.  They stole food from the seer Phineas as a punishment from Zeus.

    • Fates

    • Furies

    • Harpies

    • Witches

    Correct Answer
    A. Harpies
    Explanation
    Harpies are depicted as wild and unruly bird-winged maidens who are often portrayed as ugly hags. In Greek mythology, they were known for stealing food from the seer Phineas as a punishment from Zeus.

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