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Gems: Myths and Legends

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Introduction:
"Following is some useless trivia about gems and jewels."


1. Which of the following stones has been attributed with the power to give 'complete acceptance of circumstances'?
    Amber
    Agate
    Amethyst
    Aquamarine


2. What stone is actually a resin which often contains fossilized insects?
    Answer: (Also a girl's name)


3. Which gemstone is reputed to cause and predict lightning and thunderstorms?
    Bloodstone
    Azurite
    Carnelian
    Alexandrite


4. Which stone is also known as 'Bishop's Stone' because Catholic bishops still wear rings set with this gem?
    Amethyst
    Citrine
    Cat's Eye
    Alexandrite


5. Which has traditionally been known as the 'Gem of Spring'?
    Answer: (Popular with the Irish, too!)


6. Which stone is known of as the 'Stone of Heaven'?
    Garnet
    Jade
    Lapis Lazuli
    Hematite


7. In ancient times, which stone was used to guard against witches' spells and evil sorcery?
    Opal
    Moonstone
    Onyx
    Lodestone


8. Which gem is known as 'The Gem of the Gods'?
    Pearl
    Ruby
    Peridot
    Opal


9. Which stone is known as the 'Stone of Courage'?
    Answer: (Also a girl's name in a Kenny Rogers song)


10. What stone is the birthstone of November?
    Answer: (One Word)


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