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Myths of Transformation and Metamorphosis

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In Greek mythology, who was transformed into a spider?

  1. Arachne

  2. Athena

  3. Medusa

  4. Pandora


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arachne was a skilled weaver who challenged Athena to a weaving contest. Athena, angered by Arachne's hubris, transformed her into a spider.

In Roman mythology, who was transformed into a laurel tree?

  1. Daphne

  2. Apollo

  3. Eros

  4. Zeus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Daphne was a nymph who was pursued by Apollo. To escape his advances, she prayed to her father, the river god Peneus, to transform her into a laurel tree.

In Norse mythology, who was transformed into a wolf?

  1. Fenrir

  2. Odin

  3. Thor

  4. Loki


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fenrir was a giant wolf who was the son of Loki and Angrboda. He was so large and powerful that the gods bound him with a magical chain.

In Egyptian mythology, who was transformed into a cat?

  1. Bastet

  2. Ra

  3. Anubis

  4. Osiris


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bastet was the goddess of cats, fertility, and childbirth. She was often depicted as a woman with a cat's head.

In Hindu mythology, who was transformed into a monkey?

  1. Hanuman

  2. Rama

  3. Lakshmana

  4. Ravana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hanuman was a monkey god who was known for his strength and devotion to Rama. He played a key role in Rama's victory over the demon king Ravana.

In Japanese mythology, who was transformed into a fox?

  1. Inari

  2. Kitsune

  3. Tengu

  4. Kappa


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kitsune are fox spirits that are often depicted as having magical powers. They can be benevolent or malevolent, depending on their individual nature.

In Native American mythology, who was transformed into a coyote?

  1. Coyote

  2. Raven

  3. Eagle

  4. Bear


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Coyote is a trickster figure who is often depicted as being clever and resourceful. He is also known for his mischievous nature.

In African mythology, who was transformed into a lion?

  1. Simba

  2. Nala

  3. Timon

  4. Pumbaa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Simba is a lion cub who is destined to become the king of the Pride Lands. He is exiled from his home after his father's death, but eventually returns to claim his rightful place.

In Celtic mythology, who was transformed into a salmon?

  1. Fionn mac Cumhaill

  2. Diarmuid Ua Duibhne

  3. Gráinne Ní Mháille

  4. Aengus Óg


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fionn mac Cumhaill was a legendary warrior who was known for his strength and wisdom. He was transformed into a salmon after eating the Salmon of Knowledge.

In Slavic mythology, who was transformed into a swan?

  1. Baba Yaga

  2. Vasilisa the Beautiful

  3. Ivan Tsarevich

  4. Koschei the Deathless


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vasilisa the Beautiful was a young woman who was transformed into a swan by her stepmother. She was eventually rescued by Ivan Tsarevich.

In Polynesian mythology, who was transformed into a shark?

  1. Maui

  2. Pele

  3. Kane

  4. Lono


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maui was a demigod who was known for his strength and cunning. He was transformed into a shark after he was defeated by the goddess Pele.

In Aboriginal Australian mythology, who was transformed into a kangaroo?

  1. Bunjil

  2. Gulgari

  3. Baiame

  4. Daramulan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gulgari was a kangaroo who was known for his wisdom and strength. He was transformed into a constellation after he died.

In Inuit mythology, who was transformed into a walrus?

  1. Sedna

  2. Nanook

  3. Kivioq

  4. Tuurngait


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sedna was a sea goddess who was transformed into a walrus after she was abandoned by her father. She is now the ruler of the undersea world.

In Mayan mythology, who was transformed into a jaguar?

  1. Hunahpu

  2. Xbalanque

  3. Kukulkan

  4. Itzamná


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hunahpu was a Mayan hero who was transformed into a jaguar after he was killed by his brother. He later returned to the underworld to defeat the gods of death.

In Aztec mythology, who was transformed into a hummingbird?

  1. Huitzilopochtli

  2. Quetzalcoatl

  3. Tezcatlipoca

  4. Xipe Totec


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Huitzilopochtli was the Aztec god of war and the sun. He was transformed into a hummingbird after he was defeated by his brother Tezcatlipoca.

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