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social studies 8
2nd quarter
greek gods and goddesses
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Who were the twelve principal gods and goddesses in Greek mythology?
The
Olympian
gods
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Where did the Olympian gods reside?
Mount Olympus
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What was the significance of the twelve Olympian gods in Ancient Greece?
They were major
deities
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Who is the god of the sky and thunder in Greek mythology?
Zeus
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What title is commonly associated with Zeus?
Father of the Gods
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What weapon is Zeus often depicted holding?
A
lightning bolt
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Who is the queen of the gods and goddesses?
Hera
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What are Hera's domains?
Marriage
, childbirth, and family
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Who is Hera married to?
Zeus
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How is Hera often depicted?
Wearing a
crown
and holding a
scepter
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What is Poseidon known for?
The
sea
,
earthquakes
, and
horses
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What is Poseidon's signature weapon?
A
trident
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Who is Demeter?
The goddess of
fertility
, agriculture, and the harvest
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What seasonal change is Demeter associated with?
The transition from summer to
autumn
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What is Athena the goddess of?
Wisdom, courage, and strategic
warfare
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How is Athena often depicted?
As a
wise warrior
wearing a
helmet
and carrying a
shield
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Who is Apollo?
The god of
music
, poetry, and prophecy
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What symbols are associated with Apollo?
The sun, laurel wreaths, and the
python
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Who is Artemis?
The
goddess
of the hunt and wilderness
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What is Artemis known for?
Her
hunting
skills
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Who is Ares?
The god of
war
and violence
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How is Ares often depicted?
As a fierce
warrior
with a helmet and armor
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Who is Aphrodite?
The
goddess
of love and beauty
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How was Aphrodite believed to have been born?
From the foam of the
sea
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Who is Hephaestus?
The god of
metalworking
and craftsmanship
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How is Hephaestus often represented?
As a
bearded
man who walks with a
limp
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Who is Hermes?
The
messenger
god
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What is Hermes known for?
His
speed
and agility
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Who is Dionysus?
The god of the
hearth
and home
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What is Hestia associated with?
Warmth, hospitality, and the
family unit
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What role did the twelve Greek gods play in ancient Greek mythology?
They were a prominent part of the mythology and believed to reside on
Mount Olympus
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