The Odyssey
In The Odyssey, Odysseus spends ten years trying to return to this island kingdom after the Trojan War.
What is Ithica?
This Italian composer created The Barber of Seville, a comic opera featuring a clever barber who helps a young man win the woman he loves.
Who is Rossini?
This common superstition says that walking beneath this household structure brings bad luck because of its connection to ancient beliefs about sacred shapes and the Holy Trinity.
What is a ladder?
This legendary lawman became famous for his role as a sheriff in Dodge City and later helped defend the O.K. Corral in Tombstone.
Who is Wyatt Earp?
According to legend, this young king became the ruler of Britain after proving he was the rightful owner of a sword hidden in a stone.
Who is King Arthur?
In one of the poem's most famous episodes, Odysseus blinds this one-eyed giant in order to escape from a cave with his crew.
Who is Polyphemus?
This German composer created The Ring Cycle, a massive series of four operas based on mythology and legends.
Who is Richard Wagner?
In many cultures, throwing this food item over your shoulder is believed to protect against bad luck and bring prosperity.
What is salt?
This outlaw became one of the most famous figures of the American frontier, known for riding with the James-Younger Gang.
Who is Jesse James?
This famous sword, often associated with King Arthur, is said to have been given to him by the mysterious Lady of the Lake.
What is Excalibur?
To avoid being lured to disaster by the enchanting voices of the Sirens, Odysseus orders his crew to plug their ears while he is secured to this part of the ship.
What is the mast?
In this famous opera by Giuseppe Verdi, a young woman’s tragic love affair takes center stage, and its story inspired the movie Moulin Rouge!
What is La Traviata?
This ancient practice of interpreting a person’s future by studying the lines and shapes of their hand is still practiced today.
What is palm reading?
Known as “Buffalo Bill,” this showman brought stories of the frontier to audiences around the world through his famous traveling performance.
Who is William F. Cody?
This legendary wizard serves as King Arthur’s advisor, helping guide him through battles, challenges, and the responsibilities of kingship.
Who is Merlin?
This faithful wife of Odysseus keeps unwanted suitors at bay for years by claiming she must first finish weaving a burial shroud, only to secretly undo her work each night.
Who is Penelope?
This opera by Mozart follows a young woman named Susanna and her clever attempts to outsmart the wealthy Count Almaviva.
What is the Marriage of Figaro?
According to sailors’ traditions, this bird was considered a sign of good luck when spotted at sea because it meant land was nearby.
What is an albatross?
This famous battle in Montana Territory ended with the defeat of George Custer and the 7th Cavalry.
What is the Battle of Little Bighorn?
This round table in Arthur’s castle was designed to show that no knight sitting at it was considered more important than another.
What is the Round Table?
After defeating Troy, Odysseus spends seven years stranded on the island of Ogygia with this nymph, who hopes he will remain with her forever.
Who is Calypso?
This Verdi opera features the tragic romance of an Egyptian princess and a military commander, with a famous triumphal march often performed at concerts.
What is Aida?
In many East Asian cultures, this number is avoided because its pronunciation is associated with death in some languages.
What is 4?
This Native American leader of the Lakota people played a major role in the victory at the Battle of Little Bighorn.
Who is Sitting Bull?
In many versions of the legend, this knight is the one who discovers the Holy Grail because of his purity and faith.
Who is Sir Galahad?