MYTHOLOGY AND FOLKLORE
Name: _____________________________ Score: ____________
General Instructions: Read carefully and write your answers legibly. Avoid ERASURES.
I: Multiple choice (10 points) Choose the correct answer and encircle the letter of your choice.
1. What is the main purpose of myths in ancient cultures?
a) To entertain people with fictional stories
b) To explain the origins of the universe and human existence
c) To record actual historical events
d) To provide scientific explanations for natural phenomena
2. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of myths?
a) Myths contain magic
b) Myths focus only on real historical events
c) Myths often include gods and goddesses
d) Myths explain the natural world
3. What is the term for a myth that explains the creation of the universe?
a) Eschatology myth
b) Prestige myth
c) Cosmogony myth
d) Afterlife myth
4. In Greek mythology, who was the ruler of the Titans?
a) Uranus
b) Zeus
c) Cronus
d) Prometheus
5. Which function of mythology helps reinforce social norms and traditions?
a) Mystical
b) Sociological
c) Cosmological
d) Psychological
6. What is the primary difference between myths and legends?
a) Myths are always fictional, while legends contain some historical truth
b) Legends involve gods, while myths focus on human heroes
c) Myths are short stories, while legends are longer novels
d) Legends are religious, while myths are only historical
7. What kind of myth describes the destruction of the world?
a) Cosmogony myth
b) Prestige myth
c) Afterlife myth
d) Eschatology myth
8. Which Greek god overthrew Cronus and became the ruler of Mount Olympus?
a) Hades
b) Poseidon
c) Zeus
d) Apollo
9. What type of tale typically features supernatural powers and ends happily?
a) Ghost tale
b) Hero tale
c) Fairy tale
d) Explanatory tale
*This Exam is Back-to-Back*
10. In mythology, which Titan was responsible for creating humans?
a) Prometheus
b) Oceanus
c) Cronus
d) Uranus
II. True or False (10 points)
Write T if the statement is true and F if the statement is false.
____ 11. Myths serve only as entertainment and have no deeper meaning.
____ 12. Legends are usually based on real historical events but may be exaggerated.
____ 13. The Titans were considered the elder gods in Greek mythology.
____ 14. Myths often involve gods and goddesses who display human-like emotions.
____ 15. Folk tales are only meant for children and cannot be enjoyed by adults.
____ 16. The primary function of an explanatory tale is to answer “why” questions about nature or customs.
____ 17. Zeus swallowed his children to prevent them from overthrowing him.
____ 18. Animal tales often feature talking animals with human characteristics.
____ 19. Eschatology myths describe the beginning of the world.
____ 20. Myths originate from individual authors rather than societies.
III. Identification (10 points)
Write the correct answer in the blank.
__________ 21. The Greek primordial state of chaos that existed before the universe took shape.
__________ 22. The Titan who was the father of Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades.
__________ 23. The function of mythology that helps individuals navigate life transitions.
__________ 24. A story that is believed to have some historical truth but is exaggerated over time.
__________ 25. A myth that explains natural occurrences like weather or the changing of seasons.
__________ 26. The goddess of the Earth who helped overthrow Uranus.
__________ 27. The primary purpose of fables, which feature talking animals or moral lessons.
__________ 28. The afterlife realm in Greek mythology where the dead reside.
__________ 29. The hero in Greek mythology who tricked Cronus and freed his swallowed siblings.
__________ 30. The type of tale that involves spirits, hauntings, and supernatural encounters.
III: Matching Type: Match the Olympian god/goddess with their correct description. Write the letter of your answer.
a. Aphrodite
____ 31. The supreme ruler, Lord of the Sky, and wielder of the thunderbolt.
____ 32. Goddess of Marriage, wife and sister of Zeus. b. Apollo
____ 33. Ruler of the Sea, carries a trident, called "Earth-shaker." c. Ares
____ 34. Ruler of the Underworld, husband of Persephone. d. Artemis
____ 35. Goddess of Wisdom and War, protector of Athens. e. Athena
____ 36. God of Light, Music, and Truth; known as the Archer-god.
____ 37. Goddess of the Hunt, Apollo’s twin sister, associated with the Moon. f. Cerberus
____ 38. Goddess of Love and Beauty, wife of Hephaestus. g. Demeter
____ 39. The Messenger of the Gods, God of Commerce, and guide of souls. h. Dionysus
____ 40. God of War, young and strong but unpredictable in battle. i. Hades
____ 41. The God of Fire, a crippled blacksmith of the gods.
j. Hephaestus
____ 42. Goddess of the Hearth, symbol of home and family.
____ 43. Goddess of Agriculture, associated with harvests. k. Hera
____ 44. God of Wine and Revelry, known for wild celebrations. l. Hermes
____ 45. Three-headed dog guarding the Underworld. m. Hestia
n. Poseidon
o. Zeus
