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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

What is the name of the cosmic entity who is said to be the creator of the universe?

  1. Azathoth

  2. Yog-Sothoth

  3. Nyarlathotep

  4. Shub-Niggurath
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Explanation

Azathoth is a cosmic entity who is said to be the creator of the universe. He is often depicted as being a blind, idiot god who is constantly dreaming, and his dreams create the universe.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the cosmic entity who is said to be the gatekeeper of the universe?

  1. Yog-Sothoth

  2. Nyarlathotep

  3. Shub-Niggurath

  4. Hastur
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Explanation

Yog-Sothoth is a cosmic entity who is said to be the gatekeeper of the universe. He is often depicted as being a vast, amorphous entity who exists outside of time and space, and he is said to be able to see all of time and space simultaneously.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the cosmic entity who is said to be the mother of all life?

  1. Shub-Niggurath

  2. Hastur

  3. Cthulhu

  4. Azathoth
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Explanation

Shub-Niggurath is a cosmic entity who is said to be the mother of all life. She is often depicted as being a vast, amorphous entity with many tentacles and mouths, and she is said to be able to give birth to new life forms at will.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the cosmic entity who is said to be the bringer of chaos and madness?

  1. Azathoth

  2. Yog-Sothoth

  3. Nyarlathotep

  4. Shub-Niggurath
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Nyarlathotep is a cosmic entity who is said to be the bringer of chaos and madness. He is often depicted as being a tall, thin figure with a black cloak and a yellow mask, and he is said to be able to drive those who look upon him mad.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the cosmic entity who is said to be the ruler of the underworld?

  1. Nyarlathotep

  2. Shub-Niggurath

  3. Hastur

  4. Cthulhu
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Hastur is a cosmic entity who is said to be the ruler of the underworld. He is often depicted as being a tall, thin figure with a black cloak and a yellow mask, and he is said to be able to control the forces of darkness and death.

Multiple choice

In Greek mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of the underworld, Hades?

  1. Aegis

  2. Caduceus

  3. Helm of Invisibility

  4. Bident
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Hades, the god of the underworld, is often depicted holding a bident, a two-pronged staff or spear.

Multiple choice

In Norse mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of thunder, Thor?

  1. Gungnir

  2. Mjölnir

  3. Draupnir

  4. Gleipnir
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Thor, the god of thunder, is known for wielding Mjölnir, a powerful hammer that can control thunder and lightning.

Multiple choice

In Celtic mythology, what artifact is associated with the goddess of war, Morrigan?

  1. Claíomh Solais

  2. Lia Fáil

  3. Spear of Lugh

  4. Cauldron of Dagda
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Explanation

Morrigan, the goddess of war, is often depicted carrying Claíomh Solais, a magical sword that can cut through any armor.

Multiple choice

In Egyptian mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of the sun, Ra?

  1. Ankh

  2. Scepter of Was

  3. Eye of Horus

  4. Scarab
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ra, the god of the sun, is often depicted holding the Scepter of Was, a staff with a ram's head at the top.

Multiple choice

In Japanese mythology, what artifact is associated with the goddess of the sun, Amaterasu?

  1. Yata no Kagami

  2. Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi

  3. Magatama

  4. Yasakani no Magatama
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Explanation

Amaterasu, the goddess of the sun, is often depicted holding the Yata no Kagami, a sacred mirror that reflects the light of the sun.

Multiple choice

In Chinese mythology, what artifact is associated with the goddess of the moon, Chang'e?

  1. Jade Rabbit

  2. Elixir of Immortality

  3. Moon Mirror

  4. Guan Yin's Vase
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chang'e, the goddess of the moon, is known for stealing the Elixir of Immortality from her husband, Houyi.

Multiple choice

In Aztec mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of rain, Tlaloc?

  1. Atlatl

  2. Macuahuitl

  3. Tlalchitonatiuh

  4. Ometeotl
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Tlaloc, the god of rain, is often depicted holding Tlalchitonatiuh, a lightning bolt.

Multiple choice

In Mayan mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of death, Ah Puch?

  1. Popol Vuh

  2. Chilam Balam

  3. Hunab Ku

  4. Death Whistle
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Ah Puch, the god of death, is often depicted carrying a Death Whistle, which he uses to summon the dead.

Multiple choice

In Inca mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of the sun, Inti?

  1. Tumi

  2. Quipu

  3. Chakana

  4. Inti Raymi
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Inti Raymi is a festival dedicated to Inti, the god of the sun, and is celebrated during the winter solstice.

Multiple choice

In Polynesian mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of the sea, Tangaroa?

  1. Tiki

  2. Lei

  3. Ulu

  4. Poi
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Explanation

Tiki is a carved wooden figure that represents Tangaroa, the god of the sea, and is often used as a protective symbol.