Mythology I.Q. Quiz

Question 1

In Greek mythology, the supreme ruler of the Gods is Zeus.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 2

The ancient Greeks believed that in the beginning of the universe, all that existed was Chaos.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 3

All myths are logical.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 4

The influence of mythology, especially Greek mythology, can be seen in our society today.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 5

A myth is a true story based in fact.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 6

To be immortal means living forever -- the ability to avoid or prevent death.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 7

Sometimes Greek myths contain creatures who are part human and part animal.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 8

Mortal means the same thing as immortal; it just has two extra letters.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 9

Some myths explain elements of the natural world -- for example, why there are seasons.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 10

The Greeks are the only culture to have myths.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 11

The purposes of myths are not clear -- no one knows why myths were created.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 12

The twelve Olympians in Greek mythology lived with Zeus in a huge palace on top of Mount Everest.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 13

In order to come to power, Zeus had to overthrow his mother, Rhea.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 14

The Gods of Olympus, “The Twelve Olympians,” each have a special symbol and are the God/Goddess of something particular.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 15

All myths make perfect sense to us.

Accepted Answer

false

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