The Sad & Strange Stories of Zeus's Lovers - (Greek Mythology Explained)

The video explores the complex and often bizarre relationships of Zeus, the Greek god, focusing on his seven wives and numerous affairs. It delves into the stories of his wives, including Metis and Hera, and his many mistresses, such as Dana and Europa. The narrative highlights the strange and tragic outcomes of these relationships, including the tales of Callisto and Lamia. The video concludes with a reflection on the numerous unnamed lovers of Zeus, providing a comprehensive overview of his mythological escapades.

Who was Zeus's first wife according to Hesiod?

• Hera

• Metis

• Themis

• Eurynome

How did Zeus impregnate Danae?

• As a bull

• As a golden shower

• As a swan

• As a serpent

What form did Zeus take to abduct Europa?

• A swan

• A serpent

• A bull

• A golden shower

Which goddess did Nemesis transform into to escape Zeus?

• A serpent

• A quail

• A goose

• A swan

Who was born from the egg laid by Nemesis?

• Minos

• Helen of Troy

• Perseus

• Dionysus

What was Callisto transformed into by Artemis?

• A bear

• A swan

• A cow

• A serpent

What did Hera do to Lamia after discovering her affair with Zeus?

• Made her a monster

• Turned her into a cow

• Cursed her with insomnia

• Transformed her into a bear

What was the fate of Callisto's son in the sky?

• Ursa Major

• Ursa Minor

• Orion

• Cassiopeia

What did Semele request from Zeus that led to her demise?

• To become immortal

• To marry him

• To see his true form

• To have a child with him

Who was born from Zeus's thigh?

• Athena

• Dionysus

• Heracles

• Perseus