Cattle of Geryon Flashcards
1
Q
Where did this task take Heracles?
A
To the end of the world
2
Q
Why were the Cattle of Geryon well known?
A
For having red hides
3
Q
What did Heracles have to do first?
A
Defeat the herdsman Eurytion and his dog Orthus
4
Q
What was unique about Geryon?
A
He had three heads and three sets of arms and legs
5
Q
How did Heracles defeat Geryon?
A
By using his club and bow
6
Q
What happened upon his return?
A
Eurystheus sacrificed the bulls from the herd to Hera
7
Q
What two tasks did Eurystheus not count and why?
A
Hydra - received help
Stables - offered money
