Greek Mythology Quiz

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    What immortal being gave Medusa snakes for hair and such an ugly appearance that anyone who looked her way would turn to stone?

    • Zeus
    • Athena
    • Hera
    • Hades
    • Hermes
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Here is a hard Greek Mythology quiz to test your knowledge. The Greek gods and goddesses were a force to be reckoned with when compared to other gods. They governed them in different scenarios according to history leading their people to a lot of success. What do you know about the gods of Olympus and what they did? Take the Greek Mythology Test below and get to find out.
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  • 2. 

    Who was Hercules' wife after he died?

    • Hera

    • Hebe

    • Hestia

    • Gaea

    • Athena

    Correct Answer
    A. Hebe
    Explanation
    After Hercules (Heracles in Greek) died, he was granted immortality and married Hebe, the goddess of youth and the daughter of Zeus and Hera. Hebe was known for her beauty and was often depicted as the cupbearer of the gods, serving them nectar and ambrosia. The marriage of Hercules and Hebe was a symbol of his transition from mortal life to the divine realm.

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  • 3. 

    Who was the mother of Artemis and Apollo?

    • Rhea

    • Semele

    • Hera

    • Leto

    • Aphrodite

    Correct Answer
    A. Leto
    Explanation
    Leto was the mother of Artemis and Apollo. In Greek mythology, she was a Titan goddess and the daughter of the Titans Coeus and Phoebe. Leto was known for her beauty and was pursued by Zeus, resulting in her becoming pregnant with his children. However, Hera, Zeus's wife, was jealous and made it difficult for Leto to find a place to give birth. Eventually, Leto found the island of Delos where she gave birth to Artemis and Apollo. Therefore, Leto is the correct answer as she is the mother of both Artemis and Apollo.

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    Who is the wife of Typhon?

    • Echidna

    • Chimera

    • Nemean Lion

    • Hera

    • Gaea

    Correct Answer
    A. Echidna
    Explanation
    In Greek mythology, Typhon, a monstrous serpentine giant and one of the deadliest creatures, is often said to be the mate of Echidna. Echidna is a hybrid creature, typically depicted as a serpent or dragon with the upper body of a woman. Together, Typhon and Echidna became the parents of several other monstrous beings, including the Sphinx, Cerberus, and the Chimera. Echidna is sometimes referred to as the "Mother of All Monsters" due to her role in giving birth to many of the most fearsome creatures in Greek mythology.

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  • 5. 

    Who killed Achilles?

    • Persephone

    • Athena

    • Helen

    • Paris

    • Cadmus

    Correct Answer
    A. Paris
    Explanation
    Paris is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, Paris is the Trojan prince who killed Achilles. During the Trojan War, Achilles was shot in the heel, his only vulnerable spot, by Paris with an arrow. This act ultimately led to Achilles' death. Persephone, Athena, Helen, and Cadmus are not directly associated with Achilles' death in Greek mythology.

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    What was Minos's job after he got to the underworld?

    • The assistant of Hades

    • Director of the fields of punishment

    • A judge of the dead

    • Having to roll a rock up a hill and never getting done

    • Helper of Charon who rows the dead across the Styx

    Correct Answer
    A. A judge of the dead
    Explanation
    Minos's job after he got to the underworld was to be a judge of the dead. As a judge, he would determine the fate of souls and decide whether they would go to the fields of punishment or be granted a place in the afterlife. This role was significant in the Greek mythology as it ensured that justice was served in the underworld and that the souls were appropriately punished or rewarded based on their actions in life.

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  • 7. 

    Who is known as the king of the gods in Greek mythology?

    • Poseidon

    • Hades

    • Zeus

    • Apollo

    Correct Answer
    A. Zeus
    Explanation
    In Greek mythology, Zeus is the king of the gods and ruler of Mount Olympus. He is the god of the sky, lightning, thunder, law, order, and justice. Zeus is known for his powerful thunderbolt and his role as the enforcer of divine law and order. He is the son of Cronus and Rhea, and he overthrew his father to become the supreme deity of the Greek pantheon.

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  • 8. 

    Who was the first to ride the Pegasus?

    • Percy Jackson

    • Perseus

    • Pan

    • Bellerophon

    • Cronus

    Correct Answer
    A. Bellerophon
    Explanation
    Bellerophon is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, he was the hero who tamed and rode the Pegasus. Bellerophon was known for his bravery and skill, and he was given the task of defeating the Chimera, a fearsome monster. With the help of Pegasus, Bellerophon was able to fly above the monster and defeat it, making him the first to ride the Pegasus.

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  • 9. 

    Who is the mother of Hermes?

    • Rhea

    • Semele

    • Echidna

    • Zeus

    • Maia

    Correct Answer
    A. Maia
    Explanation
    Maia is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, she is known as the mother of Hermes. Maia was a nymph and the daughter of Atlas. She had a brief affair with Zeus, resulting in the birth of Hermes, the messenger of the gods.

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  • 10. 

    Which is the last labor of Hercules?

    • Taking the apples from the Garden of Hesperides

    • The Capture of Cerberus

    • The Killing of the Nemean Lion

    • Cleaning the dirty stables of King Augeas

    • The slaying of Geryon

    Correct Answer
    A. The Capture of Cerberus
    Explanation
    The last labor of Hercules was the Capture of Cerberus. Cerberus was a three-headed dog that guarded the entrance to the underworld. Hercules was tasked with bringing Cerberus back to the surface world as part of his twelve labors. He successfully subdued the fearsome beast and returned with him to complete his final labor.

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Director Of Communications
Jacquelyn VanWeelden is a Director of Communications at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, bringing her extensive knowledge of Greek and Roman Mythology and East Asian Religions to her role. Jacquelyn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Humanities and Religious Studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a certificate in Multicultural Studies. She reviews our mythology quizzes to ensure that they are of the highest quality and accurately reflect the subject matter.

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