Mythology and Folklore Unit 4

The bat is an almost universal symbol of bad luck, death, and evil.

Which real-world author is famous for morality tales relying on anthropomorphic animals?

 What determined the order of the animals in the Chinese zodiac?

Which pair of mythical beasts share common roles and features despite belonging to different cultures?

Which myth’s central story involves an animal, beast, or similar creature that is entirely antagonistic toward the hero?

Which Greek deity was well-known for transforming himself into animals in order to “seduce” women and men?

In American Indian creation myths, what is the most common source for the earth as we know it?

What two mythological birds are both closely connected to the element of fire?

The Japanese zenko, or Inari foxes, were known for playing cruel, malicious pranks on humans.

 Which is an example of a deity that was an animal themselves?

Lycanthropy, or “werewolfism,” is named after a mythical Greek king who was punished by the gods.

What is the Chinese word for “dragon?”

 Which fictional character would MOST be considered a modern equivalent of the Rucke/Roc?

The constellation Pisces is most closely associated with which two Greek gods?

Which beast MOST had a dualistic nature in Japanese mythology?

Which myth’s central story involves an animal, beast, or similar creature that is entirely antagonistic toward the hero?

What common trait is found in most trickster animals?

Chiron was a famous member of what fictional species?

Who is arguably the most important character in West African mythology?

What was Ursa Major’s original form?

What two animals are BOTH associated with creation myths for certain Native America tribes (ex: the Haida and Navajo)?

What mythological creature is known both for its humongous size and for its role as a mediator?

In which world region did Brer Rabbit stories originate?

In American mythology and folklore, both contemporary and historic, what animal is often a trickster?

What trait is shared by Romulus, Remus, Octavius, and Paris?

 The Western concept of a “Grim Reaper” that personifies death is an example of what role in myths and legends?

 According to the Ainu, what is the source of tsunamis and earthquakes?