Greek Myths Flashcards
1
Q
Isthmus
A
a thin strip of land that links two larger pieces of land
2
Q
Kine
A
cows
3
Q
lea
A
Open area of grassland
4
Q
oracle
A
someone who is very wise or can predict the future
5
Q
osier
A
a small willow tree
6
Q
Pan Pipes
A
instrument made with pipes cut at different lengths
7
Q
Plough Shares
A
the main cutting blade of a plough
8
Q
prophecy
A
a prediction
9
Q
scacrifice
A
when an animal or a person is killed in honor of a god
10
Q
bier
A
a stand on which a corpse or coffin is placed
11
Q
castanets
A
small, curved pieces of wood that click together for music
12
Q
destiny
A
future events predetermined by fate
13
Q
fetters
A
chains used to keep someone prisoner
14
Q
impious
A
wicked
15
Q
pretender
A
a person who claims a title is rightfully theirs
