Zeus Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Zeus and what did he do?
A
- Zeus was a Greek God who took control of the earth after defeating his father, Cronos, during the war with the Titans
2
Q
How did Zeus divide the earth between himself and his brothers?
A
Zeus - skies and heaven
Poseidon - seas
Hades - underworld
3
Q
Who was Zeus married to?
A
His sister, Hera
4
Q
What was Zeus often seen as?
A
The keeper of justice, god of the skies and the fate of men
5
Q
What can Zeus’ roles be seen in?
A
Iliad
Odyssey
Both composed by Homer
6
Q
What was Zeus typically represented as?
A
A bearded an wielding a lightning bolt. He could be shown holding an eagle or seated on a throne with a sceptre.
7
Q
Who did Zeus have children with?
A
- His sister Hera
- Many other women, both human and divine
