Zeus Flashcards
1
Q
Why is Zeus associated with lightning?
A
Because it explained the existence of lightning.
2
Q
Who were Zeus’s parents?
A
His father was Cronus the Titan king and his mother was Cronus’s sister, Rhea (also a Titan).
3
Q
Why did the Greek myths contain incest, cannibalism, and sacrifice?
A
To show the consequences of what might happen if one of these actions is done.
4
Q
What did Cronus do to his children and why?
A
He ate his first five children so that they couldn’t become stronger than them.
5
Q
How did Rhea trick Cronus?
A
She gave Cronus a rock in a baby outfit so that baby Zeus wouldn’t be eaten.
6
Q
What does being given the ability to harness lighting mean for Zeus?
A
This ability given by the Hundred Hands and the Cyclops meant that Zeus could take over the universe.
