About this Study Set
This study set covers Mythology through
18 practice questions.
A collection of factual questions about global folklore, myths, and legends. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 18 questions from the
Folklore and Legends Quiz study set below.
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1
In Greek mythology, which hero is famous for defeating the Minotaur in the Labyrinth?
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A
Perseus
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B
Theseus
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C
Hercules
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D
Jason
2
Which mythical creature from Scottish folklore is said to inhabit Loch Ness?
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A
The Kraken
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B
The Yeti
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C
Nessie
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D
The Hydra
3
According to Norse mythology, what is the name of the bridge that connects the world of humans to Asgard?
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A
Yggdrasil
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B
Bifröst
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C
Valhalla
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D
Midgard
4
Which legendary king is often associated with the Knights of the Round Table and the sword Excalibur?
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A
King Arthur
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B
King Alfred
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C
King Richard
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D
King Henry
5
In Japanese folklore, what are the 'Kappa' described as?
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A
Fire-breathing dragons
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B
Mountain spirits
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C
Water-dwelling imps
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D
Winged demons
6
The legend of Robin Hood is traditionally set in which English forest?
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A
Black Forest
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B
Sherwood Forest
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C
Epping Forest
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D
New Forest
7
Which creature in Greek mythology had snakes for hair and could turn people to stone with its gaze?
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A
Chimera
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B
Medusa
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C
Siren
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D
Sphinx
8
In Aztec mythology, what is the name of the feathered serpent deity?
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A
Quetzalcoatl
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B
Huitzilopochtli
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C
Tlaloc
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D
Tezcatlipoca
9
Which famous sailor from Middle Eastern folklore is known for his seven voyages and encounters with monsters?
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A
Aladdin
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B
Ali Baba
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C
Sinbad
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D
Scheherazade
10
The Bunyip is a creature that originates from the folklore of which group of people?
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A
Native Americans
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B
Aboriginal Australians
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C
Maori people
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D
Inuit people
11
What is the name of the giant wolf in Norse mythology that is destined to kill Odin?
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A
Sköll
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B
Fenrir
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C
Hati
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D
Garmr
12
Which legendary bird is said to rise from its own ashes after being consumed by fire?
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A
Griffin
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B
Thunderbird
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C
Phoenix
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D
Harpy
13
In West African and Caribbean folklore, which trickster figure often takes the form of a spider?
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A
Anansi
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B
Br'er Rabbit
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C
Papa Legba
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D
Mokele-mbembe
14
The legend of El Dorado refers to a mythical city made of what material?
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A
Silver
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B
Gold
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C
Diamonds
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D
Marble
15
In Irish folklore, what is the name of the fairy known for mending shoes and hiding pots of gold?
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A
Banshee
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B
Pooka
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C
Leprechaun
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D
Selkie
16
Which hero of Persian mythology is known for his great strength and his role in the 'Shahnameh'?
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A
Rustam
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B
Gilgamesh
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C
Sohrab
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D
Arash
17
What type of creature is the 'Kraken' famously depicted as in Scandinavian legends?
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A
Giant squid or octopus
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B
Large whale
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C
Sea serpent
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D
Giant crab
18
In Egyptian mythology, which god is associated with the afterlife and the weighing of the heart?
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A
Ra
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B
Anubis
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C
Osiris
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D
Horus
