Greek Mythology

What is the name of the gorgon with snakes for hair in Greek mythology?

• Cyclops
• Centaur
• Medusa
• Satyr

What is the exaggerated power of the gods and goddesses in Greek mythology?

• They can fly
• They can control natural phenomena
• They can turn invisible
• They can shape shift

What is the name of the culture that lasted from 800 BC to 146 BC and is the foundation for most western culture today?

• Roman
• Egyptian
• Native American
• Greek

What is the difference between a satyr and a centaur?

• A satyr is a peaceful creature, while a centaur is aggressive
• A satyr is half man and half goat, while a centaur is half horse and half man
• A satyr is a god, while a centaur is a monster
• A satyr has wings, while a centaur does not

What is the name of the god who controls thunder and lightning in Greek mythology?

• Hades
• Poseidon
• Zeus
• Apollo

What is the name of the culture that created myths to explain the world around them?

• Egyptian
• Greek
• Native American
• Roman

What is the name of the culture that believed in gods and goddesses who used their powers for good, trickery, and adventure?

• Native American
• Egyptian
• Roman
• Greek

What is the name of the culture that heavily influenced Ancient Greek mythology?

• Native American
• Egyptian
• Roman
• Chinese

What is the exaggerated personality of the gods and goddesses in Greek mythology?

• Kind and gentle
• Cruel and evil
• Serious and stoic
• Mischievous and adventurous

What is the purpose of mythology in ancient Greek culture?

• To create fictional stories
• To teach moral lessons
• To entertain children
• To explain natural phenomena