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WorksheetsThe Youth of Hercules
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
Who was Hercules' father?
Poseidon
Zeus
Hades
Apollo
What did Hercules do to the two snakes sent by Hera when he was a baby?
He grabbed each serpent by the neck and strangled them.
He ran away and hid under his crib.
He called for his mother to help him.
He was bitten and started to cry.
What was the Roman name for Zeus?
Jupiter, Jove
Mars
Apollo
Mercury
Hercules was a slow learner and not very bright, but he received the finest education.
True
False
Who was always resentful and jealous of Hercules?
Hera
Athena
Aphrodite
Artemis
What did the prophet Teiresias predict for Hercules?
Great things for him.
A short and uneventful life.
That he would never become famous.
That he would be a villain.
What were the names of the two women Hercules met when he was eighteen?
Pleasure and Vice
Athena and Hera
Artemis and Aphrodite
Wisdom and Justice
What did the jealous goddess Hera do to Hercules?
She made life difficult for Hercules.
She gave him a magical sword.
She turned him into a bird.
She helped him become king.
According to the passage, what did the second woman who approached Hercules say her name was?
Pleasure
Virtue
Nobility
Truth
What did Hercules resolve to do after meeting Virtue?
Follow the easy path
Follow the hard way, wherever it led
Return home
Seek revenge
Fill in the blank: Hercules was banished to the hills to live with rough herdsmen and toil and sweat among the ______ and cattle.
sheep
horses
wolves
goats
Hercules killed the lion that had been threatening the countryside with his bare hands.
True
False
Hercules was considered dangerous after his music lesson because:
he broke his instrument in anger
he ran away from the lesson
he fell asleep during the lesson
he sang too loudly
The beginning of Hercules' rehabilitation was:
His admission to his mistakes
His first labor
His exile from Thebes
His training with Chiron
Hercules met two women who represented different paths in life. Is it possible to work hard and serve but also have fun and enjoy life?
Yes, it is possible to balance both.
No, you must choose only one path.
Only hard work is important.
Only enjoyment matters.
Strength might be considered a type of intelligence. Which of the following is also a kind of intelligence besides traditional reading and math skills?
Musical ability
Height
Eye color
Favorite food
Who is Hercules?
Hercules is a demigod hero in Greek mythology known for his strength and for performing the Twelve Labors.
Hercules is a Roman emperor known for his poetry.
Hercules is a famous philosopher from ancient Greece.
Hercules is a legendary king of Egypt.
Who is Eurystheus?
Eurystheus is the King of Mycenae who imposed the Twelve Labors on Hercules.
Eurystheus is a famous Greek philosopher known for his teachings.
Eurystheus is a legendary musician from ancient Rome.
Eurystheus is a mythical sea monster defeated by Perseus.
Identify: Who is Teiresias?
Teiresias is a prophet in Greek mythology.
Teiresias is a famous Greek warrior.
Teiresias is a king of Athens.
Teiresias is a sea monster in Greek mythology.
Identify: Who is Megara?
Megara is the wife of Hercules whom he killed in a fit of madness.
Megara is the goddess of wisdom in Greek mythology.
Megara is the queen of the Amazons.
Megara is the mother of Perseus.
Identify: Who is Alcmene?
Alcmene is the mother of Hercules.
Alcmene is the goddess of wisdom.
Alcmene is the wife of Zeus.
Alcmene is the queen of the Amazons.
What is a demigod?
A demigod is a being with one divine parent and one mortal parent.
A demigod is a creature that can transform into any animal.
A demigod is a person who can control the weather.
A demigod is a spirit that lives in the underworld.
What is a prophet?
A prophet is a person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of the gods.
A prophet is a person who only studies ancient texts.
A prophet is a person who rules a country.
A prophet is a person who invents new technologies.
What is virtue?
Virtue is behavior showing high moral standards.
Virtue is a type of physical exercise.
Virtue is a mathematical equation.
Virtue is a kind of fruit.
What is vice?
Vice is immoral or wicked behavior.
Vice is a type of fruit.
Vice is a musical instrument.
Vice is a form of exercise.
Define: What is malice?
Malice is the intention or desire to do evil or cause harm to others.
Malice is a feeling of extreme happiness and joy.
Malice is the act of forgiving someone for their mistakes.
Malice is the process of learning new skills.
Where is Thebes?
Thebes is a city in Greece.
Thebes is a city in Egypt.
Thebes is a city in Italy.
Thebes is a city in Turkey.
Locate on a map: Where is Athens?
Athens is the capital city of Greece.
Athens is the capital city of Italy.
Athens is the capital city of Spain.
Athens is the capital city of France.
Where is Mycenae?
Mycenae is an ancient city in Greece, located in the northeastern part of the Peloponnese.
Mycenae is an ancient city in Egypt, located near the Nile Delta.
Mycenae is an ancient city in Italy, located in the southern region.
Mycenae is an ancient city in Turkey, located near the Aegean coast.
After killing his family in an insane rage induced by Hera, Hercules went to Eurystheus, the king of Mycenae, and offered to be his slave. What did Eurystheus do in response?
He forgave Hercules
He sent Hercules away
He invented twelve tasks as punishment for Hercules
He made Hercules king
Why was the Nemean Lion difficult to kill?
It could not be killed with conventional weapons because of its special hide.
It could fly and escape from danger.
It could turn invisible at will.
It was protected by a magical force field.
How did Hercules finally defeat the Nemean Lion?
He strangled it with his hands after his weapons failed to kill it.
He used a magical sword to slay it.
He trapped it in a net and suffocated it.
He poisoned it with a special arrow.
What did Hercules do with the hide of the Nemean Lion after defeating it?
He wore it afterwards with the head on his own head like a helmet.
He buried it in the ground as an offering to the gods.
He gave it to King Eurystheus as a trophy.
He burned it to destroy any trace of the beast.
What was unusual about the Hydra?
It was a beast with nine heads, and whenever one head was cut off, two more grew in its place.
It could turn invisible at will.
It could breathe fire like a dragon.
It had the ability to fly across great distances.
How did Hercules use his intelligence to defeat the Hydra?
He came up with the idea of cauterizing the necks of the beast after cutting off each head.
He used a magical sword to slay the Hydra instantly.
He tricked the Hydra into fighting itself.
He lured the Hydra into a trap with food.
Who helped Hercules during the Second Labor against the Hydra?
His nephew Iolaus helped him.
Athena helped him.
Hermes helped him.
Zeus helped him.
Who helped Hercules defeat the Hydra?
Iolaus
Perseus
Theseus
Jason
What did Hercules do to prevent the Hydra's heads from growing back?
He cauterized the neck with fire after cutting off each head.
He used a magical potion to stop the heads from regrowing.
He tied the necks with rope to prevent new heads from sprouting.
He buried the heads in the ground to stop them from growing back.
Why was Artemis angry with Hercules?
Because Hercules captured the Arcadian Deer, which was sacred to her.
Because Hercules stole her bow and arrows.
Because Hercules insulted her in a temple.
Because Hercules hunted in her sacred forest without permission.
The Arcadian Deer had antlers of gold and feet of bronze.
True
False
What was Hercules' task in the Fourth Labor?
To capture the Erymanthian Boar and take it to King Eurystheus.
To slay the Nemean Lion and bring back its skin.
To clean the Augean stables in a single day.
To fetch the Golden Apples of the Hesperides.
Who was the friendly Centaur that helped Hercules?
Pholus
Chiron
Nessus
Eurytion
What happened when the other Centaurs discovered Hercules enjoying their special punch?
They attacked him, and Pholus ran off, leaving Hercules to fight the Centaurs alone.
They invited Hercules to join their feast and celebrated together.
They ignored Hercules and continued with their own activities.
They thanked Hercules for making the punch even better.
Hercules used different weapons and tactics for each Labor. Which of the following best describes how he adapted his approach?
He used the same weapon for all Labors.
He used different weapons and tactics depending on the challenge.
He avoided using any weapons.
He relied only on his strength for every Labor.
Which of the following is an advantage of being a Centaur (half human and half horse)?
Ability to run fast and cover long distances
Ability to fly
Ability to breathe underwater
Ability to become invisible
Identify: Who is Iolaus?
Iolaus is Hercules' nephew and companion who helped him in some of his Labors.
Iolaus is the king of Athens known for his wisdom.
Iolaus is a famous musician from Thebes.
Iolaus is a sea god worshipped in ancient Greece.
Who is Pholus?
Pholus is a kind and hospitable Centaur who helped Hercules.
Pholus is a famous Greek king known for his wisdom.
Pholus is a sea monster defeated by Perseus.
Pholus is a powerful sorcerer from Egyptian mythology.
What is the Hydra?
The Hydra is a multi-headed serpent slain by Hercules as one of his Labors.
The Hydra is a magical sword used by King Arthur.
The Hydra is a flying horse from Greek mythology.
The Hydra is a giant bird that lays golden eggs.
What is a Centaur?
A Centaur is a mythical creature that is half human and half horse.
A Centaur is a type of bird found in South America.
A Centaur is a famous ancient Greek philosopher.
A Centaur is a rare gemstone found in Africa.
Define: What does 'cauterize' mean?
To burn a wound to stop bleeding or prevent infection.
To stitch a wound closed.
To clean a wound with water.
To cover a wound with a bandage.
Define: What does 'slavering' mean?
Slavering means drooling or salivating excessively.
Slavering means speaking very quietly.
Slavering means running quickly.
Slavering means laughing loudly.
What does 'tawny' mean?
Tawny means a warm, sandy, yellowish-brown color.
Tawny means a bright, neon green color.
Tawny means a deep, ocean blue color.
Tawny means a dark, charcoal black color.
Locate on a map: Where is Mycenae?
Mycenae is an ancient city in Greece, located in the northeastern part of the Peloponnese.
Mycenae is an ancient city in Egypt, located near the Nile Delta.
Mycenae is an ancient city in Italy, located in the region of Tuscany.
Mycenae is an ancient city in Turkey, located near the coast of the Aegean Sea.
Locate on a map: Where is Nemean Valley?
Nemean Valley is a region in the northeastern Peloponnese, Greece, known for the Nemean Games and the Nemean Lion myth.
Nemean Valley is located in northern Italy, famous for its Roman ruins.
Nemean Valley is a valley in central Turkey, known for its ancient Hittite sites.
Nemean Valley is a region in southern France, renowned for its vineyards.
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Two,' what was the Fifth Labor that Hercules had to complete?
Capture the Ceryneian Hind
Clean the Augean stables
Slay the Nemean Lion
Eliminate the Stymphalian birds
In the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Two,' how did Hercules clean the Augean stables?
By using fire
By calling for help
By diverting two rivers through the stables
By moving the cattle out
Fill in the blank: In the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Two,' Augeas agreed to let Hercules clean the stables if he would receive ______ of the cattle as payment.
one-tenth
one-half
one-third
all
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Two,' what did Augeas do after Hercules cleaned the stables?
Augeas went back on his promise of the cows.
Augeas rewarded Hercules with gold.
Augeas invited Hercules to a feast.
Augeas asked Hercules to clean the stables again.
What was the Sixth Labor of Hercules described in the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Two'?
To eliminate the Stymphalian birds.
To capture the Ceryneian Hind.
To clean the Augean stables.
To slay the Nemean Lion.
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Two,' the Stymphalian birds were harmless creatures.
True
False
What is Hercules doing in the picture?
Fighting the Stymphalian birds
Diverting rivers to clean the Augean stables
Building a barn
Feeding cattle
The phrase, "Cleaning the Augean stables," in a broader sense, refers to which of the following? In 1992, when presidential candidate Ross Perot stated it was time to "clean out the barn," what did he mean by that?
Undertaking a difficult task of reform or eliminating corruption
Starting a new business venture
Building a strong political alliance
Traveling to a foreign country
Identify: Augean stables
Augean stables were the extremely dirty stables that Hercules had to clean as one of his labors.
Augean stables were the royal stables of King Arthur in Camelot.
Augean stables were the sacred stables of the Roman gods on Mount Olympus.
Augean stables were the legendary stables of Alexander the Great's war horses.
Identify: The Cretan Bull
The Cretan Bull was a beautiful but mad bull that Hercules had to capture and bring to King Eurystheus as one of his labors.
The Cretan Bull was a mythical bird that could regenerate from its ashes.
The Cretan Bull was a giant serpent that guarded the golden apples.
The Cretan Bull was a winged horse born from the blood of Medusa.
Identify: Stymphalian birds
The Stymphalian birds were man-eating birds with bronze beaks and metallic feathers that Hercules had to drive away as one of his labors.
The Stymphalian birds were gentle songbirds that brought good luck to travelers.
The Stymphalian birds were mythical horses that could fly and breathe fire.
The Stymphalian birds were sea creatures that guarded the Golden Fleece.
Identify: Wild Mares of Diomedes
The Wild Mares of Diomedes were man-eating horses that Hercules had to capture as one of his labors.
The Wild Mares of Diomedes were sacred cows guarded by Apollo.
The Wild Mares of Diomedes were golden sheep that could fly.
The Wild Mares of Diomedes were fire-breathing dragons from Crete.
Define: hydraulics
Hydraulics is the science involving the mechanical properties of liquids.
Hydraulics is the study of the movement of gases in the atmosphere.
Hydraulics is the process of generating electricity using wind turbines.
Hydraulics is the science of studying the properties of solid materials.
Define: converge
Converge means to come together from different directions and meet at a point.
Converge means to move away from a common point in different directions.
Converge means to remain stationary and not interact.
Converge means to increase the distance between two points.
Define: citadel
A citadel is a fortress, typically on high ground, protecting or dominating a city.
A citadel is a type of ancient coin used in trade.
A citadel is a ceremonial dance performed during festivals.
A citadel is a traditional garment worn in cold climates.
Locate on a map: Elis
Elis is a region in ancient Greece, located in the western part of the Peloponnese.
Elis is a city in northern Italy, near the Alps.
Elis is an island in the Aegean Sea, east of Athens.
Elis is a province in central Egypt, along the Nile River.
Locate on a map: Arcadia
Arcadia is a region in the central Peloponnese in ancient Greece.
Arcadia is a city in northern Italy.
Arcadia is an island in the Aegean Sea.
Arcadia is a province in western Spain.
Locate on a map: Crete
Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, located in the eastern Mediterranean Sea.
Crete is a small island off the coast of Italy in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Crete is an island in the Caribbean Sea, part of the Bahamas.
Crete is a peninsula in northern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea.
Locate on a map: Mycenae
Mycenae is an archaeological site in Greece, located in the northeastern part of the Peloponnese.
Mycenae is an archaeological site in Italy, located in the southern part of the country.
Mycenae is an archaeological site in Turkey, located in the western part of Anatolia.
Mycenae is an archaeological site in Egypt, located near the Nile Delta.
Locate on a map: Thrace
Thrace is a historical and geographic area in southeast Europe, now divided among Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey.
Thrace is a region in northern Italy, known for its vineyards.
Thrace is a province in central Spain, famous for its castles.
Thrace is an island in the Mediterranean Sea, part of Cyprus.
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' who was Hippolyta?
Queen of the Amazons
Goddess of Wisdom
Wife of Hercules
Oracle of Delphi
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' what did Hercules have to bring back in his Ninth Labor?
The belt of Hippolyta
The golden apples of the Hesperides
The Ceryneian Hind
The Erymanthian Boar
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' who were the Amazons?
A tribe of women warriors who fought on horseback and lived in Asia Minor.
A group of merchants who traded goods across the Mediterranean.
A band of musicians who entertained Greek gods.
A council of wise men who advised Hercules.
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' what was unique about the monster Geryon?
He had three bodies joined at the waist.
He could turn invisible at will.
He breathed fire from his mouth.
He had the head of a lion and the tail of a serpent.
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' what were the Pillars of Hercules?
Two gigantic pillars built by Hercules on either side of the straits now called Gibraltar.
A pair of mountains in Greece where Hercules trained.
A set of statues built in honor of Hercules in Athens.
A mythical bridge connecting Europe and Africa.
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' what was Hercules' Eleventh Labor?
To fetch the Golden Apples of the Hesperides.
To capture the Ceryneian Hind.
To clean the Augean stables in a single day.
To slay the Nemean Lion.
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' the Amazons were men who lived in Asia Minor.
True
False
According to the passage 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules: Part Three,' what did Hercules teach the people of the island after defeating Geryon and the monsters?
He taught them the ways of law and stable government.
He taught them how to build ships.
He taught them how to tame wild animals.
He taught them how to grow magical plants.
According to the passage, who did Hercules set free from the icy rock in the Caucasus Mountains?
Prometheus
Atlas
Theseus
Orpheus
What did Hercules do while Atlas went to find the Golden Apples of the Hesperides?
He fought a dragon
He held up the sky
He returned to Olympus
He searched for the garden
Why did Hercules ask Atlas for help in finding the apples?
Because the Hesperides were Atlas's daughters and he would know where the apples were.
Because Atlas was the only one strong enough to pick the apples.
Because Atlas had a map that showed the location of the apples.
Because Atlas was guarding the apples himself.
Hercules was afraid that Atlas would not return with the apples if he left to fetch them.
True
False
Describe the favor Prometheus wished to return to Hercules and how he helped him.
Prometheus gave Hercules advice on how to obtain the golden apples.
Prometheus helped Hercules defeat the Hydra.
Prometheus gave Hercules a magical sword.
Prometheus helped Hercules capture the Ceryneian Hind.
The later Labors show that Hercules is growing in maturity, perception, and judgment because:
He faces more complex challenges and uses wisdom rather than just strength.
He relies only on brute force to solve problems.
He becomes less thoughtful and more reckless.
He avoids all difficult tasks.
Hercules' encounters with Prometheus and Atlas can be compared as follows:
Both involved freeing them from punishment.
Both required Hercules to perform a task for them.
Hercules helped Prometheus but was helped by Atlas.
Hercules fought both Prometheus and Atlas.
Who is Hippolyta?
Hippolyta is the queen of the Amazons in Greek mythology.
Hippolyta is a Roman goddess of love.
Hippolyta is a famous Greek philosopher.
Hippolyta is the goddess of wisdom in Greek mythology.
Identify: Who is Geryon?
Geryon is a giant with three bodies who was slain by Hercules during his labors.
Geryon is a sea monster who guarded the Golden Fleece.
Geryon is a centaur who taught Achilles.
Geryon is a king who challenged Zeus to a contest.
Identify: Who is Atlas?
Atlas is a Titan condemned to hold up the sky for eternity.
Atlas is the Greek god of the sea.
Atlas is a famous Greek philosopher.
Atlas is a legendary Greek warrior.
What are the Pillars of Hercules?
The Pillars of Hercules are the two promontories at the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar.
The Pillars of Hercules are ancient Roman statues found in Athens.
The Pillars of Hercules are a pair of mountains in the Himalayas.
The Pillars of Hercules are mythical columns in the city of Rome.
What are the Apples of the Hesperides?
The Apples of the Hesperides are golden apples guarded by nymphs in Greek mythology, one of Hercules' labors.
A type of magical fruit found in Norse mythology, granting immortality.
A rare species of apple native to the Himalayas, believed to cure all diseases.
A legendary gemstone said to be hidden in the Garden of Eden.
Who is Cerberus?
Cerberus is the three-headed dog that guards the entrance to Hades.
Cerberus is the winged horse that belongs to Zeus.
Cerberus is the goddess of wisdom and war.
Cerberus is the messenger of the gods.
Define: What does 'brusque' mean?
Brusque means abrupt or blunt in manner or speech.
Brusque means extremely friendly and talkative.
Brusque means very slow and careful in actions.
Brusque means overly detailed and complex.
What does 'foresight' mean?
Foresight means the ability to predict or plan for the future.
Foresight means forgetting important events.
Foresight means reacting without thinking.
Foresight means ignoring the future.
Locate on a map: Where is the Aegean Sea?
The Aegean Sea is located between Greece and Turkey.
The Aegean Sea is located between Spain and Portugal.
The Aegean Sea is located between India and Sri Lanka.
The Aegean Sea is located between the United States and Canada.
Where is the Mediterranean Sea?
The Mediterranean Sea is located between Southern Europe, Northern Africa, and Western Asia.
The Mediterranean Sea is located between North America and South America.
The Mediterranean Sea is located between Australia and Antarctica.
The Mediterranean Sea is located between Eastern Europe and the Arctic Ocean.
Locate on a map: Where are the Caucasus Mountains?
The Caucasus Mountains are located between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, mainly in Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia.
The Caucasus Mountains are located in the Andes region of South America, mainly in Chile and Argentina.
The Caucasus Mountains are located in the Himalayas, mainly in Nepal, India, and China.
The Caucasus Mountains are located in the Rocky Mountains, mainly in the United States and Canada.
