Norse Civilization/Myths
What is the rainbow bridge that connects Asgard to Midgard.
The Bifrost
Thor
Are both religions monotheistic or polytheistic.
Polytheistic
What was Greek culture mainly known for?
Their Gods, architecture, literature and theater.
Who is the King of the Greek Gods (thunder/lightning)
Zues
How many realms are there in the Norse universe?
Nine.
Who is the Norse god of trickery.
Loki
Who is the Greek Goddess similar to the Norse Goddess Freyja.
Aphrodite
In Greek Mythology who turned Medusa into a snake headed woman?
Athena
Who is the Greek Goddess of Wisdom and War?
Athena
What is Ragnarök?
A series of events that will culminate in a final battle between the gods and evil forces.
Who is the leader of the Norse Gods?
Odin
They idolize bravery, courageousness and warriors.
What is the capital of ancient Greece?
Athens
What is Apollo the God of?
The sun, medicine and music.
What are the most important values in Norse culture?
Independence, self-resilience, loyalty and modesty. They're warriors.
Who is the Norse god of justice and law making?
Forseti
Nature wise how are the Norse and Greeks similar?
They both have Gods representing/symbolizing each area of nature.
Who is Hercules to the Greeks?
He is the son of Zues and a mortal woman (a demigod) He is known for being a common Greek hero.
Who is the Greek Goddess of magic.
Hecate
Name the nine realms of the Norse universe.
Asgard, Midgard, Vanahiem, Jotunheim, Alfheim, Nidavellir, Niflheim, Muspelheim, Helheim.
Who is known as the silent God in Norse mythology.
Vidar
Who is the Norse god similar to the Greek god Persephone (Goddess of Spring and fertility)?
Eostre
What are the Greek Olympic games and why were they created?
It was an athletic competition every 4 years usually towards the end of the summer. They were created for entertainment purposes and to honor Zues.
Who is the Greek God of sleep.
Hypnos