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Greek Mythology Review

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The belief in many gods and goddesses.

a)

Monotheism

b)

Polytheism

c)

Monistic

d)

Atheistic

2.
What is the name of the culture that believed in gods and goddesses who used their powers for good, trickery, and adventure?
a)
Native American
b)
Egyptian
c)
Roman
d)
Greek
3.

What is a myth?

a)

a story that is made up to explain things

b)

a story about a Greek writer

c)

a story that is basic on facts of history

d)

none of these

4.

What do myths explain

a)

Natural Phenomenon

b)

Life Events

c)

Human Qualities

d)

All of these

5.

Which of the following is NOT an objective of Greek Mythology?

a)

Explain natural phenomena

b)

Provide a path for salvation

c)

Explain human qualities

d)

Explain life events

6.
What is the exaggerated power of the gods and goddesses in Greek mythology?
a)
They can fly
b)
They can control natural phenomena
c)
They can turn invisible
d)
They can shape shift
7.
What is the exaggerated personality of the gods and goddesses in Greek mythology?
a)
Kind and gentle
b)
Cruel and evil
c)
Serious and stoic
d)
Mischievous and adventurous
8.

True / False - Greek mythology continues to influence culture, politics, art, and literature.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Nike, Ajax, and Midas are figures from Greek mythology. Many figures from Greek mythology have been used by modern companies to help sell products.

Why do modern companies most likely use figures from Greek mythology to help sell products?

a)

Many products are made in Greece.

b)

Many products are purchased in Greece

c)

Many Greek figures have popular names

d)

Many Greek figures have positive qualities.

10.

Ancient Greeks believed in a variety of gods and goddesses. Stories about the gods and goddesses are called myths. In many myths, humans are punished for showing too much pride. Narcissus was a youth in love with himself and was turned into a flower.

The information suggests that myths were often used by ancient Greeks to

a)

teach good behavior.

b)

honor military heroes

c)

promote political ideas

d)

celebrate national holidays.

11.

We can we see mythology in our world today?

a)

books

b)

movies

c)

symbols and logos

d)

All of these