Major Monsters of Greek Mythology

Multiple Choice

Which of the following monsters is known as a multi-headed dog guarding the underworld in Greek mythology?

• Cerberus

• Cyclops

• Chimera

• Kraken

Open Ended

Why do you think monsters play such a significant role in Greek mythology?

Multiple Choice

Which primordial monster is described as the father of many later monsters and was defeated by Zeus after a titanic battle?

• Typhon

• Echidna

• Hydra

• Cerberus

Multiple Choice

Which of the following creatures is described as a multi-headed water-serpent whose heads regenerate, and was a challenge for Heracles?

• Hydra

• Ladon

• Chimera

• Cerberus

Fill in the Blanks

Talos, the giant bronze guardian of Crete, was animated by a single

in some versions of the myth.

Multiple Select

Select all the creatures that are associated with Heracles' labors.

• Hydra

• Nemean Lion

• Cerberus

• Talos

Fill in the Blanks

Odysseus blinds

in the Odyssey.

Multiple Choice

Which monster from Greek mythology is described as half-man, half-bull and kept in the Labyrinth on Crete?

• Cyclops

• Minotaur

• Sphinx

• Medusa

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered riddle-makers or sirens in Greek mythology?

• Sphinx

• Sirens

• Gorgons

• Minotaur

Multiple Choice

Which of the following monsters is described as a colossal storm monster and father of many other monsters in Greek mythology?

• Typhon

• Cerberus

• Kraken

• Cyclops