Greek Mythology Quiz

Who is Persephone in Greek mythology?

• The goddess of the underworld

• The goddess of vegetation and grain

• The goddess of the sea

• The goddess of the sky

What did Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades use to decide who would rule which part of the universe?

• A battle

• Drawing lots

• A vote among the gods

• A physical contest

Why did Demeter cause a famine on Earth?

• Because she was angry with Zeus

• Because she wanted to overthrow Hades

• Because her daughter Persephone was taken to the underworld

• Because she was displeased with the humans

What condition did Hades impose on Persephone before releasing her back to Demeter?

• She had to promise to return to the underworld

• She had to eat a piece of pomegranate

• She had to forget her life above ground

• She had to bring back a soul from the underworld

What was Zeus's role in resolving the conflict between Demeter and Hades?

• He punished Hades

• He ignored the situation

• He sent Hermes to negotiate

• He fought Demeter

How long does Persephone live in the underworld each year?

• One-fourth of the year

• One-third of the year

• Half of the year

• One-sixth of the year

What happens to vegetation when Persephone is in the underworld?

• It grows abundantly

• It is harvested

• No vegetation is produced

• It is planted

What is Demeter the goddess of?

• The underworld

• The harvest

• The sea

• The sky

What does the presence of Persephone in the upper world symbolize?

• Winter and vegetation death

• Spring and vegetation growth

• Summer and drought

• Autumn and leaf fall

Eating the pomegranate trapped Persephone in the ?