Bellerophon and Pegasus: Mythology Questions

The video narrates the story of Perseus defeating Medusa, leading to the birth of Pegasus. Bellerophon, a prince, seeks to become a hero with Pegasus's help. After being exiled for accidentally killing his brother, Bellerophon redeems himself by defeating the Chimera. However, his ambition leads to his downfall as he attempts to reach Mount Olympus, resulting in Zeus punishing him. Pegasus, on the other hand, is immortalized in the stars. The video concludes with a comparison to Hercules's legendary feats.

What sprang from Medusa's neck after Perseus defeated her?

• A dragon and a phoenix

• Pegasus and Chrysor

• A lion and a unicorn

• A griffin and a centaur

What did Bellerophon find after praying to Athena?

• A golden bridle

• A pair of wings

• A magical shield

• A golden sword

Why was Bellerophon exiled to Argos?

• He angered the gods

• He injured his brother

• He lost a battle

• He stole a magical artifact

What creature did Bellerophon defeat with the help of Pegasus?

• The Sphinx

• The Hydra

• The Chimera

• The Minotaur

What was the outcome of Bellerophon's battle with the Chimera?

• He was defeated

• He was injured

• He emerged victorious

• He fled the battle

What did Iobates do after Bellerophon defeated the Chimera?

• He sent Bellerophon on more challenges

• He imprisoned Bellerophon

• He exiled Bellerophon

• He rewarded Bellerophon with gold

What led to Bellerophon's downfall?

• A failed battle against a monster

• His betrayal by a friend

• His hubris and attempt to reach Mount Olympus

• A curse from a sorceress

How did Zeus punish Bellerophon?

• By turning him into stone

• By releasing a godfly

• By sending a storm

• By banishing him to the underworld

What happened to Pegasus after Bellerophon's fall?

• He disappeared into the sea

• He was turned into a mortal horse

• He was captured by mortals

• He ascended to Mount Olympus

How is Pegasus immortalized?

• As a statue in Athens

• In a constellation

• In a sacred temple

• In a legendary poem