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World Mythology

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Review the deities, legendary figures, and ancient epics from Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian mythology. This topic traces classical literature origins and ancient religious beliefs. Such history and culture questions are commonly found in the general awareness sections of state and central government exams.

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World Mythology Questions

Multiple choice

Which mythical creature is known for its ability to turn people into stone?

  1. Gorgon

  2. Cyclops

  3. Centaur

  4. Minotaur
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Gorgons were mythical creatures with snakes for hair and the ability to turn people into stone with their gaze.

Multiple choice

In Egyptian mythology, who was the god of the dead and the underworld?

  1. Osiris

  2. Anubis

  3. Thoth

  4. Ra
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Osiris was the Egyptian god of the dead, the underworld, and the afterlife.

Multiple choice

Which mythical creature is known for its ability to fly and is often associated with death and misfortune?

  1. Raven

  2. Owl

  3. Eagle

  4. Phoenix
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Ravens are often associated with death and misfortune in various mythologies.

Multiple choice

According to the myths of the Munda tribe, what is the name of the evil spirit that causes disease and misfortune?

  1. Bonga

  2. Bhut

  3. Pret

  4. Pisacha
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The Mundas are a large tribe found in the eastern and central parts of India. They believe that Bonga is an evil spirit that causes disease and misfortune. They also believe that Bonga can be appeased by making offerings to it.

Multiple choice

In the mythology of the Ao Naga tribe, what is the name of the god of war?

  1. Jangpatupa

  2. Longterok

  3. Ajungba

  4. Akaba
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The Ao Naga tribe is found in the northeastern state of Nagaland. They believe that Jangpatupa is the god of war and that he is responsible for protecting their people from their enemies.

Multiple choice

According to the myths of the Khasi tribe, what is the name of the god of thunder and lightning?

  1. U Blei Nongthaw

  2. U Blei Syiem

  3. U Blei Nongkrem

  4. U Blei Nongstoi
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The Khasi tribe is found in the northeastern state of Meghalaya. They believe that U Blei Nongthaw is the god of thunder and lightning and that he is responsible for protecting their people from storms.

Multiple choice

In the mythology of the Mizo tribe, what is the name of the god of the underworld?

  1. Pu Thlauthanga

  2. Pu Ziona

  3. Pu Ralte

  4. Pu Laldenga
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The Mizo tribe is found in the northeastern state of Mizoram. They believe that Pu Thlauthanga is the god of the underworld and that he is responsible for judging the dead.

Multiple choice

In the mythology of the Apatani tribe, what is the name of the god of fertility?

  1. Donyi-Polo

  2. Abo Tani

  3. Mechuka

  4. Ziro
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The Apatani tribe is found in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh. They believe that Donyi-Polo is the god of fertility and that he is responsible for the growth of crops and the well-being of their people.

Multiple choice

In the mythology of the Nishi tribe, what is the name of the god of fire?

  1. Abo Tani

  2. Donyi-Polo

  3. Mechuka

  4. Ziro
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The Nishi tribe is found in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh. They believe that Abo Tani is the god of fire and that he is responsible for protecting their people from harm.

Multiple choice

In Greek mythology, who was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, often depicted with an owl and a spear?

  1. Aphrodite

  2. Hera

  3. Athena

  4. Artemis
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Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, is commonly associated with an owl and a spear as symbols of her intelligence and strength.

Multiple choice

In Norse mythology, who was the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility, often associated with gold and jewelry?

  1. Hel

  2. Freya

  3. Idunn

  4. Sif
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Freya, the Norse goddess of love, beauty, and fertility, is often depicted with gold and jewelry, symbolizing her association with wealth and prosperity.

Multiple choice

In Celtic mythology, who was the goddess of war and sovereignty, often depicted with a spear and a shield?

  1. Brigid

  2. Morrigan

  3. Cerridwen

  4. Arianrhod
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Morrigan, the Celtic goddess of war and sovereignty, is commonly associated with a spear and a shield, representing her fierce and protective nature.

Multiple choice

In Egyptian mythology, who was the goddess of love, beauty, music, and dance, often depicted with a sistrum and a lotus flower?

  1. Isis

  2. Hathor

  3. Nephthys

  4. Sekhmet
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Hathor, the Egyptian goddess of love, beauty, music, and dance, is commonly associated with a sistrum and a lotus flower, symbols of her joyful and nurturing nature.

Multiple choice

In Mesopotamian mythology, who was the goddess of love, war, and fertility, often depicted with a lion and a star?

  1. Inanna

  2. Ishtar

  3. Ereshkigal

  4. Ninhursag
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Ishtar, the Mesopotamian goddess of love, war, and fertility, is commonly associated with a lion and a star, symbolizing her fierce and passionate nature.

Multiple choice

In Aztec mythology, who was the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility, often depicted with a rabbit and a flower?

  1. Xochiquetzal

  2. Coatlicue

  3. Chalchiuhtlicue

  4. Mayahuel
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Xochiquetzal, the Aztec goddess of love, beauty, and fertility, is commonly associated with a rabbit and a flower, symbolizing her gentle and nurturing nature.