Greek Mythology Day 2

Multiple Choice

The ancient Greek leader Pericles built a temple in Athens. The temple was built on a rock formation called the Acropolis. What is the name of the temple?

• the Colossus

• the Parthenon

• the Great Pyramid

• the Hanging Gardens

Multiple Choice

All of the following are styles of Greek columns except for -

• Corinthian

• Doric

• Ionic

• Ephesian

Multiple Choice

Use the table below to answer the question. A report about ancient Greek contributions to philosophy would most likely discuss the people listed in which column of the table?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

Use the table below to answer the question. A report about ancient Greek contributions to mathematics would most likely discuss the people listed in which column of the table?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Fill in the Blanks

How many olympians are there?

Multiple Choice

What did the Greeks believe caused earthquakes?

• The sun chariot

• The god of the sea

• Hades

• The Underworld

Multiple Choice

Which god ruled the underworld?

• Poseidon

• Zeus

• Hades

• Apollo

Multiple Choice

Who were the two human heroes mentioned in the text?

• Anesidora and Midas

• Hercules and Zeus

• Pandora and Midas

• Hercules and Anesidora

Multiple Choice

What happens to anyone who looks at Medusa's face?

• They turn to stone

• They become immortal

• They fall asleep

• They gain superpowers

Multiple Select

What are some examples of mythical creatures mentioned in the text?

• Dragons

• Unicorns

• Pegasus

• Elves

Multiple Choice

Stories about Greek gods and goddesses are called myths. Myths were used by Greeks to -

• explain things they failed to understand

• Increase loyalty to political leaders

• Explain the strategies of miliary leaders

• Record historical events

Multiple Choice

Stories that portray Greek Gods and goddesses are called 

• essays
• fables
• histories
• myths

Multiple Choice

The Greek Gods and Goddesses lived on top of a mountain called Mount _________________.

• Oberlin

• Olympus

• Pelion

• Gramos

Multiple Choice

The belief in many gods.

• Monotheism

• Polytheism

• Philosophy

• Geography

Multiple Choice

Who was the Greek god of the sea?

• Zeus

• Apollo

• Poseidon

• Ares

Multiple Choice

Who is considered chief among the Greek gods?

• Zeus

• Socrates

• Artemis

• Apollo

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