Greek Gods

Question 1

Zeus

Answer 1

The king of the gods. He was the all wise ruler of all the gods of the sacred mountain of Olympus (where the gods lived) and protected Greece. He was also the god of the sky and thunder. The Olympic Games were held in his honour.

Question 2

Athena

Answer 2

The daughter of Zeus and the patroness of the Athens. She was the goddess of wisdom, courage, and victory. The Parthenon was built in her honour.

Question 3

Apollo

Answer 3

The son of Zeus and twin brother of Artemis. He was the god of sun and light.

Question 4

Hera

Answer 4

The sister and one of the wives of Zeus. She was the goddess of marriage and women.

Question 5

Artemis

Answer 5

Apollo’s twin sister. Moon goddess and protector of animals. Her arrows brought death.

Question 6

Hermes

Answer 6

The messenger of the gods and the god of all travellers and traders.

Question 7

Poseidon

Answer 7

The brother of Zeus who riled all the seas and rivers. It was thought that he caused earthquakes.

Question 8

Aphrodite

Answer 8

The goddess of love and beauty. She was the most beautiful of the goddesses and she protected lovers.

Question 9

Ares

Answer 9

The god of war. He was hated by the other gods because of his violence.

Question 10

Hestia

Answer 10

The goddess of the hearth. She was one of the most loved goddesses because she protected the city, home, and family. Every home had a shrine to her.

Question 11

Hades

Answer 11

The brother of Zeus and the god of the underworld. He ruled the kingdom of the dead.

Question 12

Demeter

Answer 12

The goddess of agriculture, plants, and harvest. She caused changes in the season