World Mythology
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In Greek mythology, who was the king of the gods on Mount Olympus?
About World Mythology
World Mythology is a free general knowledge quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 9 medium, 5 easy, 1 hard questions. Journey through the myths and legends of civilizations around the globe! A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. In Greek mythology, who was the king of the gods on Mount Olympus?
Answer: Zeus
Zeus was the supreme ruler of the Olympian gods, god of the sky and thunder. He overthrew his father Cronus and divided the world among his brothers: Poseidon got the sea and Hades the underworld.
2. In Norse mythology, what is the name of the great tree that connects the nine worlds?
Answer: Yggdrasil
Yggdrasil is an immense ash tree that serves as the center of the Norse cosmos. Its branches reach into the heavens and its three roots extend to different realms, including the well of wisdom.
3. In Egyptian mythology, which god has the head of a jackal and presides over mummification?
Answer: Anubis
Anubis guided souls to the afterlife and oversaw the embalming process. He also weighed the hearts of the dead against the feather of Ma'at to determine their worthiness.
4. In Hindu mythology, which god is known as 'The Destroyer' and performs the cosmic dance of creation?
Answer: Shiva
Shiva is one of the principal deities of Hinduism. His Nataraja (Lord of Dance) form symbolizes the cosmic cycles of creation and destruction, and is one of the most recognizable images in Indian art.
5. In Japanese mythology, Amaterasu is the goddess of what?
Answer: The sun
Amaterasu is the sun goddess and one of the most important deities in Shinto. According to myth, the Japanese imperial family descends from her. She is enshrined at the Grand Shrine of Ise.
Things you'll learn along the way
- Icarus and his father Daedalus escaped imprisonment in Crete using wings held together with wax. Despite his father's warnings, Icarus flew too close to the sun, the wax melted, and he fell into the sea.
- Unlike Western dragons, Chinese dragons are benevolent symbols associated with rain, rivers, and imperial power. The dragon is one of the most revered symbols in Chinese culture.
- The Celtic Otherworld (Tír na nÓg) was a supernatural realm of eternal youth, beauty, and abundance. Unlike many underworlds, it was often described as a paradise accessible through mounds, lakes, or the sea.
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What's a good follow-up after World Mythology?
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How many questions are in World Mythology?
World Mythology has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
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