The Labors of Hercules Quiz

Who made Hercules lose his mind, leading to the tragic events?

• Hera

• Hermes

• Apollo

• Athena

What did Hercules do in his state of confusion and anger?

• Destroyed a city

• Killed his own wife and children

• Stole the Belt of Hippolyte

• Captured Cerberus

To whom did Hercules pray for guidance after realizing his actions?

• Zeus

• Poseidon

• Hermes

• Apollo

How many years did Hercules have to serve King Eurystheus?

• Fifteen years

• Five years

• Ten years

• Twelve years

Which labor involved capturing a creature with multiple heads?

• The Lernean Hydra

• The Nemean Lion

• The Cretan Bull

• The Erymanthean Boar

Which labor required Hercules to clean a massive amount of filth in a single day?

• The Horses of Diomedes

• The Stymphalian Birds

• The Augean Stables

• The Apples of the Hesperides

Which labor involved capturing a three-headed dog?

• The Nemean Lion

• Geryon's Cattle

• The Belt of Hippolyte

• Cerberus

What did Hercules achieve by completing the twelve labors?

• Immortality

• A new family

• Wealth

• A kingdom

Which two deities helped Hercules during his labors?

• Poseidon and Demeter

• Apollo and Artemis

• Zeus and Hera

• Hermes and Athena

What concept did Hercules' struggles embody according to Greek culture?

• Hubris

• Pathos

• Eudaimonia

• Arete