Myth Quiz

What is a myth?

• A story that is completely factual

• A story that explains how or why the world works

• A story that is always about real people

• A story meant only for entertainment

Where does the word "myth" come from?

• Latin word for “history”

• Ancient Egyptian word for “truth”

• Ancient Greek word “mythos,” meaning "word of mouth"

• Old English word for “legend”

What are the three types of myths mentioned in the video?

• Creation myths, hero myths, nature myths

• Fairy tales, fables, legends

• Adventure myths, ghost myths, treasure myths

• Historical myths, religious myths, science myths

What is NOT the purpose of myths?

• To teach a moral lesson

• To explain how something came to be

• To reveal common hopes and feelings

• To provide exact scientific explanations

5. Myths often include:

• historical facts

• scientific theories

• supernatural elements

• mathematical equations

What happens to the characters in myths?

• They stay the same throughout the story

• They experience transformation or change

• They always win in the end

• They are based on real historical figures

How are myths traditionally passed down?

• Through books only

• By word of mouth

• Through scientific journals

• Through government records

Which of the following is an example of a creation myth?

• A story about how the first humans were created

• A story about a knight rescuing a princess

• A story about an animal learning a lesson

• A story about a modern invention

Myths often involve:

• Only real historical events

• Gods, goddesses, magic, or supernatural events

• Only human characters with no transformations

• Scientific research and data

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a myth?

• It contains gods or goddesses

• It always has a completely true historical basis

• It explains how something came to be

• It can teach a moral lesson