Prometheus and Greek Mythology Quiz

Who were the opponents of the Greek gods before the creation of humanity?

• Cyclopes

• Titans

• Giants

• Centaurs

What does the name "Prometheus" mean?

• Strength

• Fire-bringer

• Forethought/Foresight

• Trickster

Who was Prometheus's brother?

• Epimetheus

• Atlas

• Cronus

• Hyperion

What role did Epimetheus play in creation?

• Shaping humans

• Distributing gifts of the gods among creatures

• Stealing fire

• Guarding Olympus

How did Prometheus create humans?

• From stone

• From mud

• From fire

• From wood

In what image did Prometheus shape humans?

• In the image of animals

• In the image of the gods

• In the image of nature

• In the image of Titans

According to Zeus, what was the status of humans?

• Divine beings

• Mortal, subservient creatures

• Equal to gods

• Eternal beings

What trick did Prometheus play on Zeus during the sacrifice?

• Offered false gold

• Hid bones under fat and meat under the belly

• Gave him poisoned food

• Concealed fire in meat

What was Zeus's immediate response to Prometheus's trick?

• He destroyed humans

• He forbade the use of fire on Earth

• He killed Epimetheus

• He forgave Prometheus

From whose workshop did Prometheus steal fire?

• Zeus and Hera

• Apollo and Artemis

• Hephaestus and Athena

• Hermes and Dionysus