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In ancient times, Greek people believed in many gods: they were polytheistic. There were hundreds of gods and people thought they were immortal and had supernatural powers, that's why they offered them presents and sacrifices to make them happy. People also asked them about their future visiting the oracles.

If you want to know more about these powerful gods, answer the following questions using the links given.

1) Where did the Greek Gods live?
2) Who was the King of all the Gods?
3) Who was the God of War?
4) Who was the Goddess of Love and Beauty?
5) What was Hermes's job?
6) Heracles was a semi-god, he had to perform 12 labours. Write about 3 of them.
7) What kind of animal was Cerberus, what did it look like and what was its mission?
8) Who were the Centaurs and what did they look like?
9) Explain the Myth of the Creation of the world according to Greek mythology.
10) Find the equivalent Roman Gods to Aphrodite, Ares, Athenea, Cupid, Dionysus, Hades, Hera, Hermes, Poseidon and Zeus.

After you have answered the questions, you can learn more about Greek mythology playing some games.

Links:

Greek Mythology

Greek Gods and Goddesses

The 12 Labours of Heracles

Greek Mythology Creatures

The Myths

Those Whacky Greek and Roman Gods

Game 1 (easy)

Game 2 (difficult)