Mythic Creatures and Monsters

Description: Test your knowledge about the mythical creatures and monsters from various cultures and folklore.
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In Greek mythology, what creature is often depicted as a half-man, half-horse?

  1. Centaur

  2. Minotaur

  3. Griffin

  4. Harpy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Centaurs are mythical creatures from Greek mythology, often depicted as having the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.

In Norse mythology, what is the name of the giant serpent that encircles the world and bites its own tail?

  1. Jörmungandr

  2. Fenrir

  3. Loki

  4. Odin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jörmungandr, also known as the Midgard Serpent, is a giant serpent in Norse mythology that encircles the world and bites its own tail.

In Egyptian mythology, what creature is often depicted as a lion with a human head?

  1. Sphinx

  2. Anubis

  3. Ra

  4. Osiris


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sphinxes are mythical creatures from Egyptian mythology, often depicted as having the body of a lion and the head of a human.

In Japanese folklore, what is the name of the nine-tailed fox spirit?

  1. Kitsune

  2. Tengu

  3. Kappa

  4. Oni


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kitsune are mythical creatures from Japanese folklore, often depicted as nine-tailed foxes with magical powers.

In Celtic mythology, what is the name of the giant, horned creature that is often associated with strength and protection?

  1. Cernunnos

  2. Morrigan

  3. Dagda

  4. Lugh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cernunnos is a Celtic god often depicted as a giant, horned creature associated with strength, fertility, and the underworld.

In Hindu mythology, what is the name of the elephant-headed god of wisdom and knowledge?

  1. Ganesha

  2. Shiva

  3. Vishnu

  4. Brahma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ganesha is a Hindu god often depicted with an elephant head and is associated with wisdom, knowledge, and prosperity.

In Chinese mythology, what is the name of the dragon-like creature that is often associated with good luck and prosperity?

  1. Long

  2. Fenghuang

  3. Qilin

  4. Baihu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Long, also known as the Chinese dragon, is a mythical creature often associated with good luck, prosperity, and wisdom.

In Aztec mythology, what is the name of the feathered serpent god?

  1. Quetzalcoatl

  2. Huitzilopochtli

  3. Tezcatlipoca

  4. Xipe Totec


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Quetzalcoatl is an Aztec god often depicted as a feathered serpent and is associated with wind, rain, and vegetation.

In Mayan mythology, what is the name of the death god?

  1. Ah Puch

  2. Kukulkan

  3. Itzamna

  4. Hunab Ku


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ah Puch is a Mayan god often depicted as a skeleton or a decaying corpse and is associated with death and the underworld.

In Inca mythology, what is the name of the sun god?

  1. Inti

  2. Viracocha

  3. Pachamama

  4. Mama Quilla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Inti is the Inca god of the sun and is often associated with warmth, light, and agriculture.

In Greek mythology, what is the name of the three-headed dog that guards the entrance to the underworld?

  1. Cerberus

  2. Chimera

  3. Hydra

  4. Manticore


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cerberus is a three-headed dog in Greek mythology that guards the entrance to the underworld and prevents the dead from escaping.

In Norse mythology, what is the name of the giant wolf that is destined to kill the god Odin during Ragnarök?

  1. Fenrir

  2. Jörmungandr

  3. Loki

  4. Hel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fenrir is a giant wolf in Norse mythology that is destined to kill the god Odin during Ragnarök, the end of the world.

In Egyptian mythology, what is the name of the god of the dead and the underworld?

  1. Anubis

  2. Osiris

  3. Ra

  4. Thoth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anubis is the Egyptian god of the dead and the underworld, often depicted with a jackal's head and associated with mummification and the afterlife.

In Japanese folklore, what is the name of the mischievous fox spirit that is known for playing tricks on humans?

  1. Kitsune

  2. Tengu

  3. Kappa

  4. Oni


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kitsune are mythical creatures from Japanese folklore, often depicted as mischievous fox spirits that can shapeshift and play tricks on humans.

In Celtic mythology, what is the name of the goddess of war and death?

  1. Morrigan

  2. Brigid

  3. Aine

  4. Ceridwen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Morrigan is a Celtic goddess often associated with war, death, and fate, often depicted as a crow or a raven.

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