Ancient Greek Religion

What was the primary nature of ancient Greek religion?

• Animistic

• Atheistic

• Polytheistic

• Monotheistic

Where did the ancient Greeks believe their gods resided?

• Mount Everest

• Mount Kilimanjaro

• Mount Olympus

• Mount Sinai

Which goddess was the Parthenon in Athens dedicated to?

• Demeter

• Athena

• Hera

• Aphrodite

Who was the king of the gods in ancient Greek mythology?

• Zeus

• Hades

• Apollo

• Poseidon

What was the Oracle of Delphi primarily known for?

• Military training

• Prophecies

• Art exhibitions

• Athletic competitions

Which god was associated with music, poetry, and prophecy?

• Apollo

• Dionysus

• Hermes

• Ares

What was the primary role of Athena in Greek mythology?

• Goddess of love and beauty

• Goddess of the harvest

• Goddess of the sea

• Goddess of wisdom and warfare

Which festival was held every four years in honor of Zeus?

• The Pythian Games

• The Nemean Games

• The Olympic Games

• The Isthmian Games

What was Aphrodite the goddess of?

• War and strategy

• The sea

• Love and beauty

• The underworld

What was a common ritual performed to honor the gods in ancient Greece?

• Baptism

• Animal sacrifice

• Candle lighting

• Fasting