I WONDER - Who Was the God Mars?

Mars, a feared Roman god of war, was associated with bloodshed and was prayed to by soldiers. The month of March is named after him. He was the son of Jupiter and Juno, the king and queen of the gods. According to legend, Mars married Princess Rea and fathered Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome.

Which Roman god was known for his love of warfare and was often invoked by soldiers?

• Neptune

• Mars

• Apollo

• Mercury

What month is named after the Roman god of war?

• April

• March

• February

• January

Who were the parents of Mars in Roman mythology?

• Saturn and Ops

• Jupiter and Juno

• Pluto and Proserpina

• Vulcan and Venus

According to Roman legend, who was Mars married to?

• Venus

• Minerva

• Princess Rea

• Diana

Who are considered the legendary founders of Rome?

• Aeneas and Anchises

• Romulus and Remus

• Hercules and Theseus

• Castor and Pollux