How Zeus Became King of the gods!

How Zeus Became King of the gods!

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English, Other, Religious Studies, History, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video explores how the Greek gods Poseidon, Hades, and Zeus decided their domains. Contrary to myths of combat or Zeus' heroic acts, the gods simply drew lots. Zeus, who saved his siblings and defeated Typhoon, was crowned king of the sky. Despite his numerous affairs, Zeus' rule was determined by drawing lots, not by heirs. The video discusses the fairness of this process and Zeus' tendency to cheat.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Poseidon, Hades, and Zeus decide their respective domains according to one theory?

By Zeus defeating Typhoon

Through hand-to-hand combat

By drawing lots

By Zeus saving his siblings

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one reason suggested for Zeus being chosen as king?

He was the wisest

He was the most handsome

He was the eldest brother

He had the most heirs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the actual method used to divide the realms among the brothers?

A contest of strength

A vote among the gods

A prophecy

Drawing lots

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which domain was assigned to Hades?

The underworld

The ocean

The sky

The earth

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one perception of Zeus's reign as king?

He manipulated the process

He was a fair and just ruler

He earned the right to be king

He was chosen by the people