Mythology Words
1 / 15Discover everyday English words that trace their origins back to Greek and Roman mythology!
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The word 'atlas' — meaning a book of maps — comes from which mythological figure?
About Mythology Words
Discover everyday English words that trace their origins back to Greek and Roman mythology! Mythology Words packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
A few sample questions
1. The word 'atlas' — meaning a book of maps — comes from which mythological figure?
Answer: Atlas, the Titan who held up the sky
2. The word 'narcissism' derives from the myth of Narcissus. What happened to him?
Answer: He fell in love with his own reflection
3. Which planet and mythological god gave us the word 'mercurial,' meaning changeable or volatile?
Answer: Mercury
4. The word 'odyssey,' meaning a long and eventful journey, comes from which Greek epic?
Answer: The Odyssey by Homer
5. What mythological creature gives us the word 'chimera,' meaning a fanciful or impossible idea?
Answer: A fire-breathing creature with a lion's head, goat's body, and serpent's tail
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Mythology Words 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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