Lesson 2

• Who were the Olympian gods in Greek mythology?


  They were gods and goddesses that resided at Mount Olympus.
• Where did the Olympian gods reside?

  At Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece.
• Who is Zeus in Greek mythology?

  He is the god of the sky and thunder.
• What is Zeus commonly referred to as?

  He is commonly referred to as the "Father of the Gods."
• What is Zeus often depicted holding?

  A lightning bolt.
• Who is Poseidon?

  He is the Greek god of the sea, earthquakes, storms, and horses.
• Who is Hades in Greek mythology?


  He is the Greek god of the underworld and the dead.
• What is Hades associated with besides the underworld?

  He is associated with wealth, particularly precious metals hidden beneath the earth.
• Who is Hera?


  She is the queen of the gods and goddesses.
• What domains does Hera govern?

  She is the goddess of marriage, childbirth, and family.
• Who is Aphrodite?


  She is the Greek goddess of love and beauty.
• How was Aphrodite believed to have been born?

  She was believed to have been born from the foam of the sea.
• Who is Athena?


  She is the goddess of wisdom.
• How is Athena often depicted?


  As a wise and powerful warrior, wearing a helmet and carrying a shield, spear, and an owl.
• Who is Apollo in Greek mythology?

  He is the god of music, poetry, prophecy, and medicine.
• What is Apollo often depicted with?

  With a lyre or bow and arrow.
• Who is Artemis?


  She is the Greek goddess known for being the twin sister of Apollo.
• What domains does Artemis govern?

  She is the goddess of the hunt and wilderness.
• How is Artemis often depicted?

  With a bow and arrows.
• What is Ares known for?


  He is the Greek god of war and violence.
• How is Ares often depicted?


  As a fierce warrior with a helmet and armor, carrying a spear and shield.
• What is Hephaestus known for?

  He is the god of fire, metalworking, and craftsmanship.
• What did Hephaestus create?

  Beautiful and intricate objects, such as weapons, armor, and jewelry.
• Who is Hermes?


  He is known for his speed and agility and is often seen as a messenger between the gods and mortals.
• What role does Hermes play in Greek mythology?

  He is a protector of travelers and a guide to the underworld.
• How is Hermes often depicted?


  As a youthful god with winged sandals and a winged hat.
• Who is Demeter?


  She is the goddess of fertility, agriculture, and the harvest.
• What is Demeter associated with?


  She is associated with the changing of the seasons, particularly the transition from summer to autumn.
• Who is Hestia?


  She is the Greek goddess of the hearth, home, and architecture.
• What does Hestia represent?

  She is associated with warmth, hospitality, and the family unit.
• Who is Dionysus?

  He is the Greek god of wine and celebration.
• What is Dionysus known for?

  He is known for joyful festivities, wine-making, and theater.
• What are the main domains of the Olympian gods and goddesses?

  • Zeus: Sky and thunder
  • Poseidon: Sea, earthquakes, storms, and horses
  • Hades: Underworld and wealth
  • Hera: Marriage, childbirth, and family
  • Aphrodite: Love and beauty
  • Athena: Wisdom and war
  • Apollo: Music, poetry, prophecy, and medicine
  • Artemis: Hunt and wilderness
  • Ares: War and violence
  • Hephaestus: Fire, metalworking, and craftsmanship
  • Hermes: Speed, agility, and messenger
  • Demeter: Fertility, agriculture, and harvest
  • Hestia: Hearth, home, and architecture
  • Dionysus: Wine and celebration
• What are the key characteristics of the Olympian gods and goddesses?

  • Reside at Mount Olympus
  • Each has specific domains and attributes
  • Often depicted with symbols related to their powers
  • Interact with mortals and each other
• Who is the Greek god of sky, lightning, and thunder?

  Zeus
• Who is the Greek god of the sea, earthquakes, storms, and horses?

  Poseidon
• Who is the god of the Underworld, which is the home of the dead?


  Hades
• Who is the wife of Zeus and the goddess of marriage and birth?

  Hera
• Who is the god of war, battlelust, courage, and civil order?

  Ares
• Who is the Olympian goddess of wisdom and war and the patroness of the city of Athens?

  Athena