Greek Mythology Vocabulary Quiz

What does the term 'Achilles heel' refer to?

• A. A person's strength

• B. A person's weakness

• C. A person's intelligence

• D. A person's agility

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which Greek goddess is associated with the concept of an aphrodisiac?

• A. Athena

• B. Aphrodite

• C. Artemis

• D. Hera

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

What does the word 'chaotic' describe?

• D. Colorful and vibrant

• A. Orderly and organized

• B. Disordered and lacks organization

• C. Peaceful and serene

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the term 'chronological' relate to?

• D. The study of animal behavior

• A. The order in which events occur

• B. The study of rocks

• C. The study of ancient civilizations

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does the word 'lethal' signify?

• B. Causing death

• A. Healing and restorative

• C. Energizing and invigorating

• D. Soothing and calming

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the term 'odyssey' now refer to?

• D. A journey with no purpose

• C. A journey with no obstacles

• B. A long and challenging journey or adventure

• A. A short and easy journey

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the word 'phobia' describe?

• A. A love for something

• D. A neutral feeling towards something

• B. An extreme or irrational fear of something

• C. A dislike for something

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What does the term 'Sisyphean' describe?

• B. A task that is quick and easy

• A. A task that is repetitive and seemingly endless

• D. A task that is challenging but achievable

• C. A task that is simple and straightforward

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the 'Trojan Horse' now refer to?

• C. A strategy that is well-known and obvious

• B. A deceptive strategy or device used to gain entry or accomplish a hidden agenda

• A. A straightforward and honest strategy

• D. A strategy that is unsuccessful and ineffective

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the term 'Nemesis' refer to?

• A. A close friend

• B. A long journey

• C. A formidable and usually victorious rival or opponent

• D. A peaceful resolution

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E