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What did Atlas hold on his shoulders?

  1. The Heavens

  2. The Earth

  3. The Constellations of Zues

  4. The Star Raiment
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Explanation

In Greek mythology, Atlas was condemned by Zeus to hold up the sky (the heavens) for eternity. The common misconception that he held up the Earth likely stems from later artistic representations. His name means 'enduring' or 'bold'.

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