Greek Mythology in Harry Potter

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1. In Greek Myth, Cerberus was the guard dog of the Underworld. In the Harry Potter books, Fluffy was the dog that guarded the Philosopher's/Sorcerer's stone. How many heads did each of these dogs have? 9 1 3 100

2. Cerberus was once lulled to sleep by the musician Orpheus playing a lyre. What instrument did Harry use to soothe Fluffy in the first book (not film)? Harp Clarinet Violin Flute

3. The symbol of the God Zeus and the scar on Harry's forehead are both in what shape? Circle Star Lightning bolt Bird

4. Hermione is named after the daughter of King Menelaus of Sparta and Helen of Troy. What is her (Hermione from Harry Potter) character like? Spiteful and mean Carefree and happy-go-lucky Strict and clever Dim-witted and slow

5. The creature 'hippocampus' is mentioned in 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' and is also said to pull the chariot of Poseidon, the God of the sea. This beast is meant to be half sea creature and half... Bird Horse Human Lion

6. Argus was a beast with a hundred eyes that kept watch over Princess Io for Hera. Argus is the first name for which character in Harry Potter? Moody Dumbledore Filch Snape

7. An owl was the symbol of Athene (Athena, however you want to pronounce it), the goddess of war and wisdom. Owls feature regularly in Harry Potter; in fact, Percy's owl, Hermes, is named after the Greek messenger god. What type of owl is Hedwig? Tawny owl Barn owl Snowy owl Eagle owl

8. King Oedipus and Harry both met a creature in their travels that asked them a riddle. What kind of creature was this? A sphinx A troll A unicorn A dragon

9. Minerva is the Roman name for Athene, the goddess of War and Wisdom, and is also the first name for which Hogwarts teacher? Madame Hooch Professor McGonagall Professor Sprout Professor Trelawney

10. The creatures centaurs, half man half horse, roam Greek Myths and the Forbidden Forest. Which of these is not one in Harry Potter? Bane Kala Ronan Firenze