Brainpop! Greek Gods

Front

The ancient Greeks were polytheistic. Keeping in mind that the root word "theos" means "god," what can you infer about the prefix "poly?"

Back

It means "many"

Front

What was the significance of Mount Olympus to the Ancient Greeks?

Back

It was where the gods lived.

Front

What does "contentious" mean in the context of Hera and Zeus's relationship?

Back

Prone to fights and arguments

Front

Which of the following is most closely associated with Apollo?

Back

Front

If a tidal wave devastated the coast of Ancient Greece, the people would probably blame it on: Zeus, Aphrodite, Poseidon, Ares

Back

Poseidon

Front

If you were a farmer in Ancient Greece, to which god would you pray to ensure a successful harvest?

Back

Demeter

Front

According to Ancient Greek mythology, what would happen to you after you died?

Back

Hermes would take your soul to the underworld, where you'd meet Hades.

Front

If you were a soldier going to war, what might you do before battle? Options: Sacrifice a bull to Ares, Pray to Diana, Ask Hermes for a favor, Light a fire to honor Hades

Back

Sacrifice a bull to Ares

Front

Which of the following is a true statement about the Greek gods?
Options:
They were not part of the everyday lives of the Ancient Greeks,
They had many human foibles and attributes,
They are still worshiped today in Greece,
Most of them were despised instead of worshiped

Back

They had many human foibles and attributes

Front

What did Hephaistos and Ares have in common?

Back

They were both in love with Aphrodite.