Myths and Legends of the World

Myths and Legends of the World Quiz

15 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Greek mythology, which god is known as the king of the underworld?

  1. Zeus
  2. Hades
  3. Poseidon
  4. Apollo
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Norse mythology, what is the name of the mighty hammer wielded by the god Thor?

  1. Mjölnir
  2. Gungnir
  3. Draupnir
  4. Gleipnir
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Egyptian mythology, who is the sun god often depicted with a falcon's head?

  1. Ra
  2. Osiris
  3. Anubis
  4. Thoth
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Japanese mythology, what is the name of the eight-headed serpent slain by the god Susanoo?

  1. Yamata no Orochi
  2. Kappa
  3. Tengu
  4. Kitsune
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Celtic mythology, what is the name of the magical cauldron said to possess the power of rejuvenation?

  1. The Cauldron of Cerridwen
  2. The Holy Grail
  3. The Philosopher's Stone
  4. The Wishing Well
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Native American mythology, what is the name of the trickster god often associated with mischief and humor?

  1. Coyote
  2. Raven
  3. Spider
  4. Bear
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Polynesian mythology, what is the name of the goddess of fire, volcanoes, and destruction?

  1. Pele
  2. Hina
  3. Kane
  4. Lono
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Mesopotamian mythology, what is the name of the epic poem that tells the story of a great flood and the survival of humanity?

  1. The Epic of Gilgamesh
  2. The Book of Exodus
  3. The Odyssey
  4. The Aeneid
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Chinese mythology, what is the name of the legendary emperor who is credited with uniting China and establishing the Xia dynasty?

  1. Yu the Great
  2. Qin Shi Huang
  3. Han Gaozu
  4. Tang Taizong
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Mayan mythology, what is the name of the god of rain, thunder, and lightning?

  1. Chaac
  2. Kukulkan
  3. Itzamna
  4. Hunab Ku
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Aztec mythology, what is the name of the god of war and human sacrifice?

  1. Huitzilopochtli
  2. Quetzalcoatl
  3. Tezcatlipoca
  4. Xipe Totec
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Inca mythology, what is the name of the sun god and creator of the world?

  1. Inti
  2. Viracocha
  3. Pachamama
  4. Mama Quilla
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Aboriginal Australian mythology, what is the name of the creator spirit or being responsible for shaping the land and its features?

  1. Bunjil
  2. Baiame
  3. Daramulun
  4. Ngalia
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Maori mythology, what is the name of the god of the sea and earthquakes?

  1. Tangaroa
  2. Rongo
  3. Tane
  4. Maui
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In Yoruba mythology, what is the name of the god of thunder and lightning?

  1. Shango
  2. Ogun
  3. Oshun
  4. Orunmila