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Quiz on Mythology

Self-grading multiple choice questions on Greek mythology.

Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece - The 12 Olympians

The 12 Olympian gods and goddesses of Greek mythology. Although there were only twelve gods and goddesses thought to live on Mt. Olympus, there are fourteen names associated with it.

Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Rome - Roman Deities

Gregory Flood's list of Roman gods and not just Greek counterparts. Includes sphere of operation, name, other data, and gender.

Names of the Gods and Goddesses - Greek vs. Roman

Table showing the Greek gods and goddesses, and the names of the Roman equivalents.

Which Greek Goddess Are You?

A non-serious personality quiz to determine which Greek goddess you most resemble.

Heroes - A Who's Who of Greek Legend

Some of the major legendary heroes from Greek mythology.

Which Greek Hero Are You?

A non-serious personality quiz to determine which Greek hero you are most like.

Hawthorne - Tales from Greek Mythology, by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Nathaniel Hawthorne, famous for "The Scarlet Letter", also wrote stories from Greek mythology. On this page is Hawthorne's version of the Golden Fleece. The linkbox at the top of the page will direct you to the other Stories by Nathaniel Hawthorne.

Bulfinch - Stories of Gods and Heroes, by Thomas Bulfinch

Thomas Bulfinch wrote stories based on the world's mythology. Here you'll find the stories based on Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology.

Gregory Flood's Roman Gods and Goddesses - Operation

Sphere of operation of Roman gods and goddesses.

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