- 1. Folklore and legends are an integral part of cultures around the world. These stories are often passed down through generations, offering insights into the beliefs, values, and traditions of a society. They can take on various forms, from mythical creatures and heroic deeds to cautionary tales and origin myths. Folklore and legends serve as a way for communities to make sense of the world around them, providing explanations for natural phenomena or offering moral guidance. Through these stories, we can explore the rich tapestry of human imagination and creativity that transcends time and connects us to our shared heritage.
What mythical creature is said to breathe fire and hoard treasure?
A) Basilisk
B) Unicorn
C) Griffin
D) Dragon
- 2. Who is a famous figure in Arthurian legend known for pulling the sword from the stone?
A) Lancelot
B) Merlin
C) King Arthur
D) Gawain
- 3. Which legendary creature is said to have the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse?
A) Sphinx
B) Minotaur
C) Kraken
D) Centaur
- 4. Who is the Greek god of the sea?
A) Zeus
B) Hades
C) Poseidon
D) Apollo
- 5. In Norse mythology, who is the god of thunder?
A) Freyja
B) Thor
C) Loki
D) Odin
- 6. Who is a famous character in Greek mythology known for his cunning mind?
A) Hercules
B) Achilles
C) Odysseus
D) Perseus
- 7. Who is a main character in the Arabian Nights tales known for her storytelling skills?
A) Scheherazade
B) Ali Baba
C) Sinbad
D) Aladdin
- 8. Which legendary bird is said to rise from its own ashes?
A) Thunderbird
B) Harpy
C) Phoenix
D) Griffin
- 9. In Hindu mythology, who is known as the ten-headed demon king?
A) Ganesha
B) Ravana
C) Hanuman
D) Krishna
- 10. What legendary sword was said to be wielded by King Arthur?
A) Joyeuse
B) Durandal
C) Caliburn
D) Excalibur
- 11. Which legendary creature is half-man, half-bull?
A) Medusa
B) Minotaur
C) Cerberus
D) Cyclops
- 12. Who is the god of war in Greek mythology?
A) Poseidon
B) Apollo
C) Ares
D) Hermes
- 13. What mythical creature is known as the 'King of the Jungle'?
A) Eagle
B) Bear
C) Lion
D) Tiger
- 14. Which legendary figure is said to have had a golden touch that turned everything to gold?
A) Daedalus
B) King Midas
C) Perseus
D) Heracles
- 15. What is the name of the legendary wizard known for his long beard and wisdom?
A) Radagast
B) Gandalf
C) Merlin
D) Dumbledore
- 16. What is the name of the monster from Greek mythology that had snakes for hair?
A) Chimera
B) Cerberus
C) Medusa
D) Sphinx
- 17. Which Norse god is known for his mischief and trickery?
A) Thor
B) Loki
C) Freyja
D) Odin
- 18. What is the name of the legendary sword of the Japanese Emperor, said to have been lost at sea?
A) Ukonvasara
B) Kusanagi
C) Gimon
D) Hadayoshi
- 19. Who is a famous character in Native American folklore known for his agility and arrow skills?
A) Pocahontas
B) Hiawatha
C) Crazy Horse
D) Sitting Bull
- 20. In Slavic folklore, what is the name of the legendary witch who lives in a hut on chicken legs?
A) Hansel
B) Nasreddin Hodja
C) Gretel
D) Baba Yaga
- 21. What is the name of the famous folklore hero who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor?
A) Beowulf
B) Merlin
C) King Arthur
D) Robin Hood
- 22. In Greek mythology, who is known as the king of the gods?
A) Poseidon
B) Hades
C) Zeus
D) Apollo
- 23. Who is the legendary king of Uruk in ancient Mesopotamian mythology?
A) Ishtar
B) Enkidu
C) Marduk
D) Gilgamesh
- 24. What is the name of the ghostly ship doomed to sail the oceans forever according to legend?
A) Queen Anne's Revenge
B) The Flying Dutchman
C) The Black Pearl
D) The Mary Celeste
- 25. In Japanese folklore, what is the traditional name for a supernatural being or spirit?
A) Tengu
B) Kappa
C) Oni
D) Yokai
- 26. Which mythological creature is said to lure sailors to their doom with enchanting voices?
A) Harpie
B) Siren
C) Nymph
D) Mermaid
- 27. In Native American folklore, which shape-shifting trickster figure is known for his mischievous deeds?
A) Raven
B) Skinwalker
C) Thunderbird
D) Coyote
- 28. Which legendary hero, also known as the Green Knight, appears in Arthurian stories?
A) Gawain
B) Perceval
C) Lancelot
D) Galahad
- 29. What creature from Russian folklore is a firebird that glows brightly and is a symbol of both good and evil?
A) Baba Yaga
B) Leshy
C) Zhar-Ptitsa
D) Domovoi
- 30. In Hindu mythology, who is the monkey king with supernatural powers known for his loyalty and courage?
A) Shiva
B) Hanuman
C) Garuda
D) Kali
- 31. What is the name of the legendary ship commanded by the pirate Captain Hook?
A) Queen Anne's Revenge
B) Black Pearl
C) The Walrus
D) Jolly Roger
- 32. In Slavic folklore, what is the name of the water spirit that often appears as a beautiful woman?
A) Domovoi
B) Baba Yaga
C) Kikimora
D) Rusalka
- 33. According to Arthurian legend, who is the queen of King Arthur and lover of Lancelot?
A) Morgana
B) Isolde
C) Elaine
D) Guinevere
- 34. Which mythical creature in Norse mythology is said to guide the souls of the dead to the afterlife?
A) Freyja
B) Valkyrie
C) Fenrir
D) Jormungandr
- 35. Which mythological creature is a horse-like being with a single spiraling horn on its forehead?
A) Pegasus
B) Chimera
C) Unicorn
D) Kelpie
- 36. Which legendary creature is said to guard a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow?
A) Banshee
B) Unicorn
C) Dragon
D) Leprechaun
- 37. Which famous figure is known for selling their soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power?
A) Robin Hood
B) Faust
C) King Arthur
D) Pocahontas
- 38. Which creature is said to be a shapeshifter that can transform into a bat?
A) Werewolf
B) Ghost
C) Zombie
D) Vampire
- 39. Who is the legendary pirate known for burying treasure and creating a treasure map marked with an 'X'?
A) Blackbeard
B) Bluebeard
C) Captain Kidd
D) Calico Jack
- 40. What is the name of the city in Greek mythology that was said to be the home of the gods?
A) El Dorado
B) Atlantis
C) Olympus
D) Asgard
- 41. Which fairy tale character is known for wearing glass slippers and attending a royal ball?
A) Rapunzel
B) Cinderella
C) Little Red Riding Hood
D) Snow White
- 42. In Celtic mythology, what creature is known for its healing powers and singing abilities?
A) Banshee
B) Merrow
C) Leprechaun
D) Selkie
- 43. Which folklore figure is known for granting three wishes to those who release them from a lamp or bottle?
A) Fairy Godmother
B) Goblin
C) Genie
D) Dwarf
- 44. What is the name of the legendary figure who is said to have shot an arrow that caused the Trojan War?
A) Agamemnon
B) Hector
C) Achilles
D) Paris
- 45. In Persian mythology, what creature is said to be a benevolent spirit that grants wishes?
A) Djinn
B) Simurgh
C) Peri
D) Roc
- 46. According to African folklore, what figure is a shape-shifting trickster who is often depicted as a spider?
A) Shango
B) Obatala
C) Oya
D) Anansi
- 47. In Hindu mythology, what being is known as the preserver and protector of the universe?
A) Shiva
B) Vishnu
C) Kali
D) Brahma
- 48. What is the name of the legendary blacksmith in Irish mythology who crafted notable weapons and artifacts?
A) Goibniu
B) Balor
C) Nuada
D) Lugh
- 49. According to Japanese folklore, what is a yokai that is a spirit of a deceased animal or object?
A) Tengu
B) Tsukumogami
C) Kappa
D) Oni
- 50. In Greek mythology, who is the goddess of the harvest?
A) Hera
B) Demeter
C) Athena
D) Hestia
- 51. Which city is known for the legend of a great wooden horse used to infiltrate its walls?
A) Troy
B) Athens
C) Thebes
D) Sparta
- 52. In Norse mythology, what creature is said to herald the arrival of Ragnarok, the end of the world?
A) Nidhogg
B) Fenrir
C) Jormungandr
D) Sleipnir
- 53. According to Chinese folklore, who is the Monkey King with immense strength and magical powers?
A) Sun Wukong
B) Journey to the West
C) Nezha
D) Zhu Bajie
- 54. Which legendary creature is said to be half lion and half eagle?
A) Hippogriff
B) Sphinx
C) Griffin
D) Chimera
- 55. What legendary city is believed to have sunk into the ocean in a single day and night?
A) Shangri-La
B) Lemuria
C) Atlantis
D) El Dorado
- 56. In Hindu mythology, who is the god of destruction and transformation?
A) Vishnu
B) Brahma
C) Krishna
D) Shiva
|