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Questions and Answers
- 1.
Poseidon and Athena competed to be the patron of the city of.... ________ ________
Correct Answer
Athens
CecropiaExplanation
Poseidon and Athena competed to be the patron of the city of Athens and Cecropia. Both cities were contenders for their patronage, and it is unclear which city ultimately became the patron of each deity.Rate this question:
- 2.
Poseidon created which animal?
- A.
Horse
- B.
Bear
- C.
Eagle
- D.
Snake
Correct Answer
A. HorseExplanation
Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, is often associated with horses. According to Greek mythology, Poseidon created the first horse by striking his trident on a rock, causing a horse to emerge. Horses were considered sacred to Poseidon and were often depicted as his companions or pulling his chariot. Therefore, the correct answer is Horse.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Poseidon is married to Hera.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Poseidon is not married to Hera. In Greek mythology, Poseidon is married to Amphitrite, who is a sea goddess. Hera, on the other hand, is married to Zeus, the king of the gods. Therefore, the statement that Poseidon is married to Hera is false.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Poseidon is the the lord of what
- A.
The Sky
- B.
The Sea
- C.
The Underworld
- D.
Tartarus
Correct Answer
B. The SeaExplanation
Poseidon is commonly known as the Greek god of the sea. He is often depicted as a powerful and temperamental deity who controls the waves, storms, and all aspects of the ocean. As the lord of the sea, Poseidon holds great authority and is worshipped by sailors, fishermen, and seafarers who rely on his protection and favor for safe voyages. His association with the sea is deeply rooted in Greek mythology, making "The Sea" the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Select the children of Poseidon.
- A.
Theseus
- B.
Perseus (not the one from the book)
- C.
Apollo
- D.
Bellerophon
Correct Answer(s)
A. Theseus
D. BelleropHonExplanation
The children of Poseidon are Theseus and Bellerophon. Theseus is a famous Greek hero known for slaying the Minotaur in the labyrinth, while Bellerophon is also a hero who tamed the winged horse Pegasus and defeated the Chimera. Apollo, although a significant deity in Greek mythology, is not a child of Poseidon. As for Perseus, although he is a famous hero in Greek mythology, he is not the child of Poseidon.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of these children of Poseidon is a horse?
- A.
Rhode
- B.
Arion
- C.
Khrysomallos
- D.
Triton
Correct Answer
B. ArionExplanation
Arion is the correct answer because he is the child of Poseidon who is a horse. In Greek mythology, Arion is a divine horse who is known for his exceptional speed and beauty. He is often depicted as a talking horse with the ability to communicate with humans. Arion is a significant figure in various mythological stories and is renowned for his association with music and poetry.Rate this question:
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