Origins of Greek Mythology
When was the first written origin story of Greek mythology?
around 700 BC
Who was the youngest and bravest child of Gaia and Uranus?
Cronos (Kronus)
Who is the goddess of the harvest and sister of Zeus?
Demeter
What is the main weapon of Zeus?
Lightning Bolt
Who was kidnapped by Hades, causing the seasonal cycle?
Persephone
What mountain did the Olympian gods and goddesses live on?
Mount Olympus
What did Cronos do to his children?
he ate them as soon as they were born
What is the Roman name for Zeus?
Jupiter
What symbol is associated with Athena?
Owl or Olive Tree
What did Demeter control that made her powerful in agriculture?
the ability to create conditions for a good or bad harvest
What was the state of existence before the world began, according to Greek mythology?
Chaos
Who was the wife of Cronos and mother of the six gods?
Rhea
What is Hades the god of, and is he considered an Olympian?
He is the ruler of the Underworld and is not considered an Olympian
What is the symbol of Poseidon?
Trident
What event does the story of Demeter and Persephone explain?
The changing of the seasons
Who elaborated on the early sources of Greek mythology in their works?
later Greek writers and artists
What did Rhea do to save her sixth child, Zeus, from Cronos?
she hid him on the island of Crete
What animal is associated with Aphrodite?
Swan
What power does Hermes possess that allows him to guide the dead?
He can fly between Mount Olympus, Earth, and the Underworld
Who is the goddess of wisdom and crafts that sprang from Zeus' head?
Athena