Celtic Mythology Quiz

According to Gaelic mythology, what sprang from the mighty oak watered by the river of heaven?

• The first humans

• The first animals

• The first plants

• The first Gods

What were the four great artifacts crafted in the cities built by the children of the Danu?

• The Stone of Destiny, The Sword of Retaliator, The Yellow Javelin, The Cauldron of Plenty

• The Stone of Destiny, The Sword of Retaliator, The Blue Javelin, The Cauldron of Plenty

• The Stone of Destiny, The Sword of Retaliator, The Green Javelin, The Cauldron of Plenty

• The Stone of Destiny, The Sword of Retaliator, The Red Javelin, The Cauldron of Plenty

What was the warning given by Bridgid to the children of the Danu before they set out for their new home?

• They would not be alone on the island

• They would find no resources on the island

• They would face natural disasters

• They would encounter a powerful enemy

What was the outcome of the battle between the children of the Danu and the Fir Bolg?

• The Fir Bolg were defeated

• The children of the Danu were defeated

• The battle ended in a draw

• Both sides agreed to a truce

What did the children of the Danu offer the remaining 300 Fir Bolg warriors after the battle?

• A chance to join their cities

• A province in Ireland

• A share of their treasures

• A place in their own army

Why could Nuada no longer rule the children of the Danu despite his arm being replaced with one of shining silver?

• He was not respected by the people

• He was not a true leader

• He was too old to rule

• His body was not whole

Who was chosen as the leader of the children of the Danu after Nuada could no longer rule?

• Bres

• Brigid

• Sreng

• Dagda

What was the reason for the war against the ancient and strange Fomorian's?

• They wanted to conquer Ireland

• They threatened the peace of the children of the Danu

• They wanted to rule the four great cities

• They were jealous of the treasures of the children of the Danu

What did the children of the Danu offer the remaining 300 Fir Bolg warriors after the battle?

• A place in their own army

• A share of their treasures

• A province in Ireland

• A chance to join their cities

Who was chosen as the leader of the children of the Danu after Nuada could no longer rule?

• Sreng

• Bres

• Dagda

• Brigid