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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

In Celtic mythology, what is the name of the goddess of the water?

  1. Danu

  2. Brigid

  3. Morrigan

  4. Cerridwen
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Danu is the Celtic goddess of the water and is associated with fertility and abundance.

Multiple choice

In Native American mythology, what is the name of the water spirit that is said to protect the lakes and rivers?

  1. Manitou

  2. Wendigo

  3. Kokopelli

  4. Coyote
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Manitou is a Native American spirit that is associated with the natural world, including water.

Multiple choice

In African mythology, what is the name of the god of the sea?

  1. Olokun

  2. Ogun

  3. Shango

  4. Orunmila
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Olokun is the African god of the sea and is associated with wealth and prosperity.

Multiple choice

In Aboriginal Australian mythology, what is the name of the rainbow serpent that is said to have created the world?

  1. Gulgong

  2. Baiame

  3. Bunjil

  4. Daramulan
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Gulgong is the Aboriginal Australian rainbow serpent that is said to have created the world.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Tangaroa

  2. Rongo

  3. Tane

  4. Tu
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Tangaroa is the Maori god of the sea and is associated with fish and other sea creatures.

Multiple choice

In Hawaiian mythology, what is the name of the goddess of the sea?

  1. Hina

  2. Pele

  3. Lono

  4. Kane
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Hina is the Hawaiian goddess of the sea and is associated with fertility and abundance.

Multiple choice

In Polynesian mythology, what is the name of the god of the sea?

  1. Tangaroa

  2. Rongo

  3. Tane

  4. Tu
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Tangaroa is the Polynesian god of the sea and is associated with fish and other sea creatures.

Multiple choice

In Micronesian mythology, what is the name of the goddess of the sea?

  1. Lugh

  2. Brigid

  3. Morrigan

  4. Cerridwen
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Lugh is the Micronesian goddess of the sea and is associated with fertility and abundance.

Multiple choice

In Melanesian mythology, what is the name of the god of the sea?

  1. Qat

  2. Tagaro

  3. Ratu Maimaivana

  4. Tangaroa
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Qat is the Melanesian god of the sea and is associated with fish and other sea creatures.

Multiple choice

Which religious tradition encourages the consumption of meat and animal products as a symbol of strength and virility?

  1. Norse mythology

  2. Greek mythology

  3. Roman mythology

  4. Egyptian mythology
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Norse mythology encourages the consumption of meat and animal products as a symbol of strength and virility, with gods and warriors often depicted as feasting on hearty meals.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is associated with the myth of the maiden, Virgo?

  1. Virgo

  2. Libra

  3. Scorpius

  4. Sagittarius
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Virgo is a constellation in the northern hemisphere, known for its association with the Greek myth of the maiden, Virgo.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of 'hesed' in ancient Hebrew philosophy?

  1. Love

  2. Mercy

  3. Grace

  4. Kindness
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The concept of 'hesed' in ancient Hebrew philosophy refers to kindness, love, and mercy.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of Angra Mainyu in Ancient Persian Philosophy?

  1. The evil spirit

  2. The devil

  3. The tempter

  4. The destroyer
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Angra Mainyu is the concept of the evil spirit in Ancient Persian Philosophy. It is associated with darkness, evil, and destruction and is the opponent of Ahura Mazda.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of Mithra in Ancient Persian Philosophy?

  1. The god of light

  2. The god of wisdom

  3. The god of justice

  4. The god of contracts
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Mithra is the god of contracts and oaths in Ancient Persian Philosophy. He is associated with justice, truthfulness, and loyalty.

Multiple choice

What is the concept of Ahriman in Ancient Persian Philosophy?

  1. The god of darkness

  2. The god of evil

  3. The god of chaos

  4. The god of destruction
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Ahriman is the god of evil and destruction in Ancient Persian Philosophy. He is the opponent of Ahura Mazda and represents the forces of darkness, chaos, and destruction.