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Greek gds and goddesses Flashcards

1
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Who is zeus?

A

The god of the sky and the king of olympics

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Is he the least powerful of all the greek gods and goddesses?

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No, he is the most powerful of all the greek gods and goddesses

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3
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His temper would change what?

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The weather

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4
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Who is the most worshiped god through his shrines and daily offerings?

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Zeus

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5
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What is zeus power?

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Change shape

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6
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Who is zeus married to?

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Hera

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Who is Hera?

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The queen of greek gods because he is married to zeus

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What is Hera the goddess of?

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Women, families and birth

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What is Hera known for?

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Vengeful and jealous of the other gods

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10
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What is Hera’s sacred animal?

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Peacock

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Who is Athena?

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The goddess of battle, strategy and wisdom

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What is Athena’s sacred animal and symbol?

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An owl and an olive tree

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13
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Who is Athena the daughter of?

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Zeus

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14
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Why did Athena not have a mother?

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Zeus Borneo her from his head when wearing armour

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Who is the patron goddess of the greek goddesses of the greek city, Athens?

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Athena

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16
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Who is Athena’s counterpart?

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Ares

17
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Who is Hermes?

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The messenger of god

18
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Who is Hermes the youngest son to?

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Zeus

19
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Why did Hermes became the messenger of god?

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His speed and trustworthiness

20
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Why does Hermes have winged shoes?

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So he could fly and travel quicker

21
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Who was the protector of the travellers and merchants?

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Hermes

22
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Who made boxing and gymnastics?

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Hermes

23
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Who was Aphrodite?

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She was largely worshiped as the goddess of love, fertility and beauty

24
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What is 4 symbols of Aphrodite?

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Doves, roses, sparrows and swans

25
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How was Aphrodite made?

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She was either the daughter of Zeus or she has risen from the sea upon a shell

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