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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 embodiment of death and decay?

  1. Yog-Sothoth

  2. Nyarlathotep

  3. Shub-Niggurath

  4. Hastur
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Yog-Sothoth is a cosmic entity who is said to be the embodiment of death and decay. He is often depicted as being a vast, amorphous entity with many tentacles and mouths, and he is said to be able to consume entire worlds.

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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A Correct answer
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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A Correct answer
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
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
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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A Correct answer
Explanation

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

Multiple choice

In Native American mythology, what artifact is associated with the trickster god, Coyote?

  1. Dreamcatcher

  2. Medicine Wheel

  3. Coyote's Bag of Tricks

  4. Wampum Belt
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Coyote's Bag of Tricks is a magical bag that contains all sorts of objects that Coyote uses to play tricks on others.

Multiple choice

In African mythology, what artifact is associated with the god of thunder, Shango?

  1. Oshun's Mirror

  2. Oya's Fan

  3. Elegba's Walking Stick

  4. Shango's Axe
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Shango, the god of thunder, is often depicted carrying an axe, which he uses to control the storms.

Multiple choice

In Aboriginal Australian mythology, what artifact is associated with the Rainbow Serpent?

  1. Didgeridoo

  2. Woomera

  3. Bunyip

  4. Dreamtime Stories
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Dreamtime Stories are sacred stories that tell of the creation of the world and the Rainbow Serpent's role in it.