Eurydice Orpheus

What is the primary purpose of mythology?

• To entertain people with fictional stories

• To explain natural phenomena and mysteries of the universe

• To provide a historical record of real events

• To discourage people from believing in supernatural forces

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mythology?

• A) Explaining the creation of the world

• B) Teaching moral lessons

• C) Providing detailed scientific explanations

• D) Expressing human hopes and fears

In Greek mythology, what type of beings often appear in myths?

• Politicians and kings

• Gods, goddesses, heroes, and supernatural creatures

• Scientists and philosophers

• Ordinary people living normal lives

How did the ancient Greeks use mythology in their daily lives?

• To predict the future using astrology

• To explain events and reinforce religious beliefs

• To replace historical documentation

• To discourage people from exploring new ideas

What is one way mythology is reflected in modern society?

• Through the creation of new gods to replace the old ones

• Through movies, TV shows, and literature that reference ancient myths

• By using mythology to develop new scientific theories

• By eliminating myths from cultural traditions

Who was Orpheus’s mother?

• A) Aphrodite, the goddess of love

• B) Calliope, the muse of epic poetry

• C) Athena, the goddess of wisdom

• D) Eurydice, the nymph of music

What skill made Orpheus legendary in Greek mythology?

• His ability to predict the future

• His unmatched musical talent

• His strength in battle

• His ability to transform into different creatures

Which Greek god is said to have given Orpheus his lyre?

• Hades

• Apollo

• Zeus

• Hermes

Eurydice was a ___.

• Mortal queen of Greece

• Nymph, a divine being connected to nature

• Goddess of music

• Daughter of Zeus and Hera

What tragic event occurred on Orpheus and Eurydice’s wedding day?

• Hades kidnapped Eurydice and took her to the underworld.

• A jealous rival challenged Orpheus to a duel.

• Eurydice was bitten by a snake and died.

• Zeus struck them with a thunderbolt.