Study Guide for Edith Hamilton’s Mythology



Greek Mythology PacketName:______________________________Period:______________________________The Gods of Early ManClassical Greek GodsFor the ancient Greeks, mythology served as science, entertainment, history, and later, religion.MythsAnOrigin of the Greek GodsGods did not create the universe; it created them!_______ No LightNo OrderThe Titans are the elder gods who were the first race. There were 12 total- 6 men and 6 women. They were enormous in size and strength.The Olympian gods lived on top of Mount Olympus and drank nectar and interacted with humans. _______ AND _______(Uranus) (Gaea)__________(Rhea & Cronus)_______________________(The children of Rhea and Cronus)OLYMPIANROMAN NAMESYMBOLREALM OR POWERSMISCELLANEOUSINFORMATION OLYMPIAN GOD/GODDESS CHART Study Guide for Edith Hamilton’s MythologyDirections: After reading the listed pages, complete the following questions thoroughly.The Underworld of Greek Mythology in “ The Gods” (pp. 39-40)1. Who rules the underworld?2. What are alternative names for the underworld?3. Who is the aged boatman who ferries the souls of the dead across the water?4. Who is Cerberus?5. Who passes judgment on the wicked?6. What are three rivers that separate the underworld from the world above?The Lesser Gods of the Earth in “ The Gods” Identify the following creatures and give multiple details about each one:1. Pan-2. Silenus-3. Leda-4. The Sileni-5. The Satyrs-6. The Centaurs-7. The Gorgons-8. The Graiae-9. The Sirens-Prometheus and Pandora in “ How the World Was Created” 1. Why was Zeus angry with Prometheus? What did he give man without permission?2. What parts of the animal was sacrificed to the gods?3. Who is Pandora?4. Who was she given to?5. What happened when Pandora’s curiosity was too powerful to ignore?6. What was Prometheus’ punishment for his misdeeds?The Flower Myths in “The Earliest Heroes” 1. Who is Narcissus and what was his major flaw?2. Who is Echo and what was her fate? 3. Where does Echo live now?4. What was Narcissus’ fate?5. What is the story of Hyacinthus? 6. Who is Adonis?7. What famous goddess loved him?8. What is Adonis’ fate?Lesser Gods of Olympus GreekRoman Symbol1. Goddess of corn or agriculture_______________________________________2. God of wine and revelry_______________________________________3. God of nature and flocks_______________________________________Origin of “panic”4. God of love: son of Venus_______________________________________5. Goddess of Youth: cupbearer_______________________________________6. Goddess of the Rainbow__________________________Messenger to the GodsThree Graces, Goddess of joy and gratitude, and bringers of beauty to young girlsSplendor:_______________ Mirth:_______________ Good Cheer:_______________Three Fates, Goddesses of Destiny Spinner_______________ Disposer of Lots________________Cutter________________Nine Muses, goddesses of song, poetry, and the arts and science:History:_____________ Comedy: _____________ Tragedy:_____________ Dance: ____________Lyric Poetry:_____________ Epic Poetry: _____________ Love Poetry:_____________Astronomy: _____________ Songs to Gods: _____________The “Old Man of the Sea” ________________ His daughters____________________The “Trumpeter of the Sea”____________________King of the Wind ___________________Winds: North_____________South_____________ East _____________ West_______________Nymphs – nature goddesses, usually depicted as a beautiful woman. Sea Water Nymphs:_______________ Water Nymphs (Brooks Streams):__________________ Mountain Nymphs:________________ Tree Nymphs:____________________14. Who is the Roman God of good beginnings? _____________________________Family Tree of the Gods I***First there was chaos***The Universe created the gods; Not the other way around. Parents:Husband and WifeBrother and SisterHusband and WifeChildren: The Titans The 12 Elder GodsGrandchildren: The OlympiansHusband And WifeGoddess of the Harvest or CornGoddess of hearth and homeRuler of the UnderworldKing of the Gods, Ruled the HeavensRuler of the OceanQueen of the Gods,Protector of married womenFamily Tree of the Gods II **The Olympians** Goddess of Wisdom, War and WeavingSprung from Zeus’s headFully Grown and in armor.God of Smiths and Fire. Goddess of YouthGod of WarBorn from sea foam;Goddess of love and beautySpun, Assigned and Cut the Thread of LifeOther Children of Zeus Hours, Seasons, and JusticeNine total for Art & SciencePreside over social occasionsThe Messenger GodGod of light, music and poetryGoddess of the moon and the huntGods, Goddesses, and Beyond Research and Presentation AssignmentThe Purpose: This assignment has been created to expose you to Mountain Pointe's library and the method of conducting proper Internet research.The Assignment: You and your partner will be assigned a figure or group of figures from the list of mythological characters and prepare a presentation about those characters and a myth in which they are the main players in a creative fashion to be delivered in front of the class on the assigned date.A few websites are listed below to get you started: Greek Mythology LinkThe content of your presentation should include the following information:1. A brief introduction to the "players" in your myth including*the Greek and Roman names of the gods or goddesses,their family tree (i.e. Artemis is the daughter of Leto and Zeus, and twin sister to Apollo, she's an eternal maiden and never marries, and she has no children.),their beginnings (i.e. Where was the character born? Were there special circumstances surround their birth? etc.), andtheir symbols, sacred animals or cities, special skills, character traits, particular likes and dislikes.a visual aid which represents your mythological character. This can be a poster, movie, PowerPoint, costume, drawings etc. Be creative!a works cited sheet turned in or on your PowerPoint*Not all of this information may apply to each mythological character; so present what information is applicable and appropriate.2. An actual story from Greek Mythology in which your figures are involved.The Strategy: You are to be as creative as possible, while still telling an abbreviated version of your myth. Use puppets, Barbie dolls or action figures, make a video or PowerPoint presentation, act out the characters and myths live and in person, etc. Be creative and dress to impress!Final Thoughts: You are to work with your partner to put this together. You have 4-6 minutes to present all of your information. You must employ effective presentation techniques by making sure you have good eye contact, speak loudly and clearly enough for everyone to understand you, include thorough, interesting, and organized content, and most of all, be appropriately entertaining!You will be visiting the library on two occasions. List the two dates below.__________________________________________________________________Mythological Character(s)__________________________________________________ ................
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