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Greek Mythology Pretest

Realm Greek Name Roman Name Symbol

King of the gods and

ruler of mankind

God of the sea, horses,

and earthquakes

God of the Underworld

(did not live on Mount
Olympus)

Goddess of the hearth

and home

Goddess of marriage and

childbirth,, wife of Zeus

God of war

Goddess of wisdom, war,

and weaving

God of sun, music,

poetry, and medicine

Goddess of love and

beauty

Messenger god; god of

commerce, travelers, and
thieves

Goddess of the moon and

hunting; patroness of
maidens

God of fire; forger of

armor
1. What are myths?

2. What was the purpose of myths?

3. How were myths told?

4. Why do we study myths?

5. Who are the Muses?

6. Where did the Greeks believe the dead went? How did they get there?

7. Whose face launched a thousand ships? What does this mean?

8. Who is the king of the gods? queen?