A Great Greek/Roman Heroes Trivia Quiz
A Great Greek Hero.
- 1.
Who was Perseus' father?
- A.
Apollo
- B.
Zeus
- C.
Polydectes
- D.
Acrisius
Correct Answer
B. ZeusExplanation
Zeus is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, Perseus is known as the son of Zeus and Danae. Zeus impregnated Danae by appearing to her as a shower of gold. Perseus is famous for slaying the Gorgon Medusa and rescuing Andromeda from a sea monster.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who was Perseus' mother?
- A.
Lucy
- B.
Medusa
- C.
Atheana
- D.
Danae
Correct Answer
D. DanaeExplanation
Perseus' mother was Danae. In Greek mythology, Danae was the daughter of King Acrisius. It was prophesied that her son would kill Acrisius, so the king locked Danae in a tower to prevent her from having any children. However, Zeus impregnated Danae by visiting her in the form of a golden shower. Danae later gave birth to Perseus, who would go on to slay Medusa and complete various heroic tasks.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who did Perseus kill?
- A.
Pegasus
- B.
Hermes
- C.
Danae
- D.
Medusa
Correct Answer
D. MedusaExplanation
Perseus killed Medusa. In Greek mythology, Medusa was a Gorgon with snakes for hair, and anyone who looked at her would turn to stone. Perseus was tasked with killing her as part of his quest, and with the help of Athena and Hermes, he was able to behead her using a mirrored shield to avoid direct eye contact. After killing Medusa, Perseus used her severed head as a weapon and later gifted it to Athena.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is Perseus holding in his left hand in the famous art piece?
- A.
Sword
- B.
His son
- C.
Head of the gorgon Medusa
- D.
A dog
- E.
Animal
Correct Answer
C. Head of the gorgon MedusaExplanation
Perseus is holding the head of the gorgon Medusa in his left hand in the famous art piece. In Greek mythology, Perseus was tasked with slaying Medusa, a creature with snakes for hair whose gaze could turn anyone to stone. After successfully beheading Medusa, Perseus used her head as a weapon, and it became one of his most iconic attributes. The head of Medusa is often depicted as a symbol of power and triumph over evil.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Apollo told Acrisius' that his grandson would one day kill him.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because Apollo did indeed tell Acrisius that his grandson would one day kill him. This prophecy was fulfilled when Perseus, Acrisius' grandson, accidentally killed him during a discus-throwing competition.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who was Theseus' father?
- A.
Zeus
- B.
Hercules
- C.
Aegeus
- D.
Apollo
- E.
Perseus
Correct Answer
C. AegeusExplanation
Aegeus is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, Aegeus was the king of Athens and the father of Theseus. Theseus was a famous hero known for slaying the Minotaur in the labyrinth. Aegeus is often depicted as a tragic figure, as he mistakenly believed that Theseus had been killed by the Minotaur and threw himself into the sea, which is now known as the Aegean Sea.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was the name of the first bandit that Theseus encountered en route to Athens?
- A.
Sciron
- B.
Procrustes
- C.
Diomedes
- D.
Periphetes
- E.
Marsyas
Correct Answer
D. PeripHetesExplanation
Periphetes was the first bandit that Theseus encountered en route to Athens. This is evident from the question which specifically asks for the name of the first bandit. The other options, Sciron, Procrustes, Diomedes, and Marsyas, were not the first bandits encountered by Theseus on his journey.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What was Sciron's favorite way of killing his victims?
- A.
He used a knife and backstabbed them
- B.
He shot them with his arrows
- C.
He poisoned them
- D.
He kicked them over the cliff into the waters
- E.
He used a huge club to hit them over the head
Correct Answer
D. He kicked them over the cliff into the watersExplanation
Sciron's favorite way of killing his victims was by kicking them over the cliff into the waters. This method suggests that Sciron enjoyed inflicting pain and causing a dramatic and fatal fall for his victims. It also implies that he had a sadistic nature and took pleasure in watching his victims suffer before meeting their demise.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How did Theseus kill Procrustes?
- A.
He stabbed him to death
- B.
He made him drink a deadly poison
- C.
He clubbed him to death
- D.
He wrestled him to death
- E.
He tied him on his bed and tortured him to death
Correct Answer
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- 10.
How did Aegeus recognize the identity of his son?
- A.
Theseus showed his father his ID
- B.
Theseus showed his father a written message from his mother
- C.
Aegeus recognized the sword that Theseus was carrying
- D.
Theseus showed him a picture
- E.
Aegeus recognized his son from the sandals he was wearing
Correct Answer
C. Aegeus recognized the sword that Theseus was carryingExplanation
Aegeus recognized the sword that Theseus was carrying because it was a symbol of his true identity. It was a sign that Theseus was the rightful heir to the throne, as only the true heir would possess that specific sword.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How did Theseus manage to find his way out of the labyrinth?
- A.
He used a compass
- B.
He used a map given to him by Ariadne
- C.
He used a spool of thread
- D.
He was accompanied by Ariadne
- E.
He followed directions written on the walls
Correct Answer
C. He used a spool of threadExplanation
Theseus managed to find his way out of the labyrinth by using a spool of thread. This allowed him to mark his path as he entered the maze, ensuring that he could retrace his steps and find his way back out. By unwinding the thread as he walked, he was able to navigate the complex and confusing labyrinth without getting lost. The thread served as a guide and provided him with a clear path to follow, leading him to the exit and ultimately to his escape from the labyrinth.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How did Theseus' father die?
- A.
He suffered a heart attack
- B.
He was poisoned by Medea
- C.
He jumped over a cliff into the sea
- D.
He died of old age
- E.
He was accidentally killed in a hunting trip
Correct Answer
C. He jumped over a cliff into the seaExplanation
Theseus' father, King Aegeus, died by jumping over a cliff into the sea. This event occurred when Theseus returned from his successful mission to defeat the Minotaur in the labyrinth. Aegeus had told Theseus to change the black sails of his ship to white if he was successful, but Theseus forgot to do so. Upon seeing the black sails, Aegeus believed his son had perished and in his grief, he jumped into the sea, ending his own life.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What did Theseus forget to do that caused his father's death?
- A.
He forgot to send him a message that he was alive
- B.
He forgot to put the ship flag at full mast
- C.
He forgot to have the ship re-painted white
- D.
He forgot to change the ship sails
- E.
He forgot to set out fireworks when he was approaching Athens
Correct Answer
D. He forgot to change the ship sailsExplanation
Theseus forgot to change the ship sails, which ultimately led to his father's death. This suggests that the ship was still using black sails, which were a sign of mourning and indicated that Theseus had not survived his journey. As a result, his father, thinking that his son had died, threw himself into the sea in grief.Rate this question:
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- 14.
How did Theseus eventually die?
- A.
He was poisoned
- B.
He died of old age
- C.
He was killed by a wild boar
- D.
He was pushed over a cliff into the sea
- E.
He was killed in a wrestling match
Correct Answer
D. He was pushed over a cliff into the seaExplanation
Theseus eventually died by being pushed over a cliff into the sea. This suggests that he met a tragic end, possibly due to a violent encounter or betrayal. The answer implies that his death was not natural or peaceful, but rather a result of a deliberate act that caused him to fall into the sea from a cliff.Rate this question:
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