Myths of Tricksters and Rogues

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In Greek mythology, who was the god of trickery, deception, and thieves?

  1. Zeus

  2. Hades

  3. Hermes

  4. Ares


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hermes was the Greek god of trickery, deception, and thieves, as well as the patron of travelers, merchants, and athletes.

In Norse mythology, who was the mischievous god known for his cunning and trickery?

  1. Odin

  2. Thor

  3. Loki

  4. Freya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Loki was the Norse god of mischief, trickery, and fire, and was often depicted as a cunning and unpredictable figure.

In Native American mythology, who was the trickster figure known for his cleverness and ability to outwit others?

  1. Coyote

  2. Raven

  3. Bear

  4. Eagle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Coyote was a common trickster figure in Native American mythology, often depicted as a clever and cunning character who used his intelligence to outwit others.

In African mythology, who was the trickster god known for his mischievous nature and ability to deceive others?

  1. Anansi

  2. Eshu

  3. Legba

  4. Ogun


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anansi was the West African trickster god, often depicted as a spider who used his cunning and intelligence to outwit others and achieve his goals.

In Hindu mythology, who was the mischievous god known for his pranks and ability to deceive others?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Krishna


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Krishna was a Hindu god known for his mischievous nature and ability to deceive others, often using his powers to play pranks on his friends and family.

In Japanese mythology, who was the trickster figure known for his cunning and ability to outwit others?

  1. Kitsune

  2. Tengu

  3. Kappa

  4. Oni


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kitsune were Japanese fox spirits often depicted as cunning and intelligent creatures who could shapeshift and deceive others.

In Celtic mythology, who was the trickster figure known for his mischievous nature and ability to play pranks on others?

  1. Puck

  2. Leprechaun

  3. Banshee

  4. Druid


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Puck was a mischievous fairy in Celtic mythology, often depicted as a playful and unpredictable character who enjoyed playing pranks on others.

In Egyptian mythology, who was the god of chaos and disorder, often depicted as a trickster figure?

  1. Ra

  2. Osiris

  3. Seth

  4. Anubis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Seth was the Egyptian god of chaos and disorder, often depicted as a trickster figure who opposed the forces of order and stability.

In Mesopotamian mythology, who was the trickster god known for his cunning and ability to outwit others?

  1. Enki

  2. Inanna

  3. Marduk

  4. Ninhursag


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Enki was the Mesopotamian god of water, wisdom, and magic, often depicted as a cunning and intelligent trickster figure.

In Polynesian mythology, who was the trickster god known for his mischievous nature and ability to deceive others?

  1. Maui

  2. Pele

  3. Kane

  4. Lono


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maui was the Polynesian trickster god, often depicted as a mischievous and cunning character who used his intelligence to outwit others and achieve his goals.

In Aztec mythology, who was the trickster god known for his cunning and ability to deceive others?

  1. Huitzilopochtli

  2. Quetzalcoatl

  3. Tezcatlipoca

  4. Xipe Totec


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tezcatlipoca was the Aztec god of night, sorcery, and divination, often depicted as a cunning and intelligent trickster figure.

In Mayan mythology, who was the trickster god known for his mischievous nature and ability to play pranks on others?

  1. Hunahpu

  2. Xbalanque

  3. Kukulkan

  4. Itzamna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hunahpu was the Mayan trickster god, often depicted as a mischievous and playful character who enjoyed playing pranks on others.

In Inca mythology, who was the trickster god known for his cunning and ability to deceive others?

  1. Viracocha

  2. Pachamama

  3. Inti

  4. Supay


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Supay was the Inca god of the underworld and death, often depicted as a cunning and intelligent trickster figure.

In Chinese mythology, who was the trickster god known for his mischievous nature and ability to play pranks on others?

  1. Sun Wukong

  2. Nezha

  3. Guan Yu

  4. Zhang Fei


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sun Wukong was the Chinese trickster god, often depicted as a mischievous and playful monkey who enjoyed playing pranks on others.

In Korean mythology, who was the trickster figure known for his cunning and ability to outwit others?

  1. Dokkaebi

  2. Gumiho

  3. Hahoe Mask

  4. Cheoyong


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dokkaebi were Korean goblin-like creatures often depicted as cunning and intelligent tricksters who could outwit others and cause mischief.

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