Hephaestus: The Tale of the God of Metallurgy

Hera, queen of the Olympian gods, was excited about her child with Zeus, but was horrified by his appearance and rejected him. The child, Hephaestus, was rescued by Thetis and grew up mastering metallurgy. He returned to Olympus, reconciled with Hera by crafting a throne, and demanded respect. Hephaestus married Aphrodite, arranged by Zeus to prevent conflicts. He became a respected deity and a master blacksmith, creating notable works like Hermes' sandals and Achilles' armor.

What was Hera's initial reaction upon seeing her newborn son?

• She was horrified.

• She was delighted.

• She was indifferent.

• She was confused.

Who rescued Hephaestus after he was thrown into the ocean?

• Thetis

• Zeus

• Aphrodite

• Hermes

What skill did Hephaestus develop while growing up on the island?

• Archery

• Metallurgy

• Music

• Painting

Which island did Hephaestus grow up on?

• Lemnos

• Crete

• Rhodes

• Delos

What did Hephaestus create for Hera upon his return to Olympus?

• A golden chariot

• A silver crown

• A bronze shield

• A golden throne

What condition did Hephaestus set for freeing Hera from the throne?

• He requested a feast in his honor.

• He asked for a new palace.

• He demanded respect and acceptance.

• He wanted to be made king.

What was the reaction of the court of Olympus to Hephaestus's demand?

• They were indifferent.

• They were supportive.

• They were shocked.

• They were amused.

Why did Zeus agree to Hephaestus's request to marry Aphrodite?

• Because Hera insisted on it.

• To reward Hephaestus for his skills.

• Because Aphrodite loved Hephaestus.

• To prevent conflicts due to her beauty.

What was one of the notable creations of Hephaestus?

• The trident of Poseidon

• The sandals of Hermes

• The lyre of Apollo

• The shield of Athena

What was Hephaestus's role among the gods?

• A warrior

• A musician

• A blacksmith

• A messenger