Gods/Goddesses
Who is known as the King of the Gods?
Zeus
Why are Odysseus and Poseidon enemies?
Odysseus blinded his son, Polpyphemus
What is Aphrodite's most well-known quality?
Her beauty
Which goddess is associated with wisdom and strategic warfare?
Athena
Explain the seasons as told by Greek mythology.
Winter = Demeter's sadness while Persephone is in the Underworld
Spring/summer = Persephone's return
Which goddess is often depicted with an owl?
Athena
Who rules the Underworld and is known as the Lord of the Dead?
Hades
Which mythical creatures sing songs that lure sailors to their doom?
Sirens
What symbol is associated with Hermes, and why?
A winged food; he is the messenger god/ he is swift.
Which goddess is known for her jealousy?
Hera
How did Zeus and his siblings come to power?
They overthrew their father, Cronus, ending the reign of the Titans.
What is the weakness of Hades, the ruler of the Underworld?
He rarely leaves the underworld
Which god was rejected by his mother?
Hephaestus
Which group will feed you but make you lose your mind?
Lotus Eaters
How do Ares and Athena differ regarding war?
Ares represents brutal, violent warfare.
Athena represents strategic warfare.