Mythology is an integral part of human culture and has been present since the dawn of civilization. It encompasses a wide range of beliefs, stories, and traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation. The word mythology itself comes from the Greek word "mythos," meaning story or tale.
Mythology is a way for people to explain the mysteries of the world, to make sense of their place in it, and to understand the origins of their beliefs and customs. The stories often involve gods, goddesses, heroes, and mythical creatures, and they usually have a moral or lesson to teach. The subject of mythology can be found in almost every culture around the world, from ancient Greece and Rome, to Norse mythology, Egyptian mythology, and Hindu mythology.
This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of mythology from various cultures and traditions around the world. Whether you're a student of mythology, a history buff, or simply someone with a passion for ancient stories and legends, this quiz will challenge and entertain you. So, let's get started and see if you have what it takes to be a mythology master!
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If You Can Get 15 on This Test, You're Mythology Master Quiz Questions
Ready, genius? In Greek mythology, what is Hermes the god of?
War
Communication
Sea voyages
Memory
Who is known as Minerva in Roman mythology?
Artemis
Hestia
Athena
Iris
Which of these mythical beings is a Nordic monster said to dwell under bridges?
Satyr
Unicorn
Troll
Cerberus
Which of these Roman gods doesn't have a counterpart in Greek mythology?
Janus
Vulcan
Juno
Mars
Nidhogg is a mythical creature from what mythology?
Norse
Roman
Hindu
Greek
What did Prometheus steal from Zeus to give to the mortals?
Earth
Water
Tears
Fire
Who was a god/goddess of the Moon that drove a silver chariot pulled by silver horses?
Athena
Selene
Amphitrite
Persephone
Zeus and Hades were brothers with which god?
Poseidon
Hephaestus
Hermes
Apollo
What are the names of the twin children of Zeus and Leto?
Apollo and Artemis
Titan and Janus
Romulus and Remus
Europa and Io
Hades, Pluto, Osiris, and Hel are all:
Roman gods
Rulers of the underworld
Afterlife locations in Greek mythology
Demigods who became gods
This is the halfway point! How many muses are there in Greek mythology?
2
6
8
9
In Greek mythology, what is the name of the beautiful youth who fell in love with his own reflection?
Hyacinthus
Nemesis
Echo
Narcissus
Which Greek god invented the lyre?
Zeus
Apollo
Hermes
Morpheus
Who was Zeus's wife?
Hera
Aphrodite
Persephone
Athena
In Greek mythology, what was the name of the mountain on which Prometheus was chained to a rock by Zeus?
Mount Elbrus
K2
Mount Cook
Mount Caucasus
Which of the following Mesopotamian mythological figures was NOT a deity?
Enkidu
Enkimdu
Enlil
According to Algonquian folklore, how does one transform into a Wendigo?
Excessive mutilation of animal corpses
Performing a ritual involving murder
Drinking the blood of many slain animals
Participating in cannibalism
What was Heracles' half brother's name?
Pleisthenes
Heracles didn't have a brother
Iphicles
Orion
Who is the Greek goddess associated with the hunt?
Artemis
Hera
Aphrodite
Iris
And here's the final question: who is the god of war in Polynesian mythology?
Oro
Kohara
Māui
Hina
2 Comments
One given answer is wrong because Hecate is a Greek equivalent to Janus, broadly speaking, for similar attributes and, in sculptures, they’re both depicted with multiple faces looking in opposite directions as well.
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