Words Originating from Greek Mythology Exercise

Words Originating from Greek Mythology

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Words Originating from Greek Mythology

Learn about modern English words that trace their origins back to Greek mythology. Explore how mythical figures and stories influenced contemporary vocabulary.

Questions

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    The word 'atlas' (a book of maps) originates from which figure in Greek mythology?

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    The term 'cereal' comes from Ceres, the Roman name for the Greek goddess Demeter. What was she goddess of?

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    The word 'echo' comes from a Greek myth about a nymph who could only do what?

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    An extremely difficult task is described as 'Herculean'. Who is this named after?

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    The word 'hygiene' comes from Hygeia. Who was Hygeia in Greek mythology?

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    The word 'narcissist' comes from Narcissus, a youth in Greek myth who fell in love with what?

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    The word 'panic' comes from Pan, the Greek god of pastures and woods. What was Pan known to cause?

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    Something enormous and powerful is called 'titanic'. Which mythological beings inspired this word?

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    A trusted advisor is called a 'mentor'. Who was Mentor in Homer's epic 'The Odyssey'?

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    The word 'museum' originally meant a place dedicated to whom?

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    The phrase 'Achilles heel' refers to a vulnerable point. Why was Achilles vulnerable there?

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    The word 'arachnid' (spider) comes from Arachne, who was turned into a spider for doing what?