FREE! Click here to Join FunTrivia. Thousands of games, quizzes, and lots more!
Quiz about Flying Monsters
Quiz about Flying Monsters

Flying Monsters Trivia Quiz


Look out above! As you work out what they are, try and dodge these dangerous creatures from all around the world.

A multiple-choice quiz by nautilator. Estimated time: 3 mins.
  1. Home
  2. »
  3. Quizzes
  4. »
  5. For Children Trivia
  6. »
  7. Topics for Kids
  8. »
  9. Myths and Legends for Kids

Author
nautilator
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
367,721
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
761
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: DeepHistory (9/10), Guest 24 (7/10), Guest 2 (10/10).
- -
Question 1 of 10
1. The European version of what scaly creature can fly through the air, breathes fire, and is usually thought of as evil? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. First described in Persian texts, what bird is so enormous that it is said to prey on elephants? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Who is the chaos monster of salt water that became the mother of the Babylonian gods? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. What legendary creature is considered especially regal because it is half lion and half eagle? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. The Indian god Vishnu is said to travel on the back of what large, human-like bird? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Sometimes seen on totem poles, what supernatural bird is large enough to create storms and control rainfall? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. When the Greek gods were angry with somebody, they would often send what vicious bird-women to punish them? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. According to contemporary American legend, what winged creature is sometimes associated with the collapse of Silver Bridge? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. The unusual combination of scales and feathers gave rise to what Mesoamerican creator deity? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. You might picture it as sweet and saintly, but what creature is described by the Bible as having the faces of a man, lion, eagle, and ox? Hint



(Optional) Create a Free FunTrivia ID to save the points you are about to earn:

arrow Select a User ID:
arrow Choose a Password:
arrow Your Email:




Most Recent Scores
Mar 24 2024 : DeepHistory: 9/10
Mar 20 2024 : Guest 24: 7/10
Mar 15 2024 : Guest 2: 10/10
Feb 13 2024 : sabbaticalfire: 10/10

Score Distribution

quiz
Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The European version of what scaly creature can fly through the air, breathes fire, and is usually thought of as evil?

Answer: dragon

Dragons are reptilian creatures described in many forms all over the world. In Europe, dragons are usually considered evil and dangerous. They have scales, wings, up to four legs, and usually breathe fire. European dragons include variants like wyverns and wyrms.
2. First described in Persian texts, what bird is so enormous that it is said to prey on elephants?

Answer: roc

In his stories, Marco Polo described the roc as an enormous, eagle-like bird. Most drawings of rocs picture them carrying off elephants to dine on. Sinbad the Sailor encountered a roc on one of his journeys. His crew broke and ate a roc's egg; in revenge, the roc destroyed their ship.
3. Who is the chaos monster of salt water that became the mother of the Babylonian gods?

Answer: Tiamat

Tiamat is usually thought of as a winged dragon with numerous heads, and is the goddess of salt water. She and her husband Abzu, god of fresh water, created the Babylonian gods. When Tiamat was killed by Marduk, her body was split to make the heavens and the earth.
4. What legendary creature is considered especially regal because it is half lion and half eagle?

Answer: griffin

A griffin has the head, wings, and claws of an eagle, and the body and tail of a lion. Griffins are considered majestic beasts because lions and eagles were considered the kings of beasts and birds. Their claws and feathers are believed to have healing properties, and they are protectors from evil.
5. The Indian god Vishnu is said to travel on the back of what large, human-like bird?

Answer: Garuda

The supreme god Vishnu uses Garuda as a mount when he wants to travel. Garuda has the body of a man, but the face and wings of an eagle. When he flies, he is large enough to block out the sun. Garuda is an enemy of nagas, and his image has been used as protection from snake bites and venom.
6. Sometimes seen on totem poles, what supernatural bird is large enough to create storms and control rainfall?

Answer: thunderbird

The thunderbird is so named because it is so large that the beating of its wings creates thunder. It is a very colorful bird and also capable of creating lightning. Some thunderbirds are said to be shapeshifters, and can remove their feathers to become human in appearance.
7. When the Greek gods were angry with somebody, they would often send what vicious bird-women to punish them?

Answer: harpies

Harpies are a race of birds with female faces and attributes. The name 'harpy' means 'snatcher' and they are very harsh creatures. The gods would often send harpies to punish people, like Phineus, who angered them. They are sometimes depicted in the underworld, torturing people.
8. According to contemporary American legend, what winged creature is sometimes associated with the collapse of Silver Bridge?

Answer: Mothman

Mothman is described as a man-like creature with ten-foot wings and glowing, red eyes. He was first sighted in West Virginia in 1966 by five men digging a grave, and many similar sightings happened soon after. The collapse of Silver Bridge in 1967 had some people believing that Mothman was somehow involved.
9. The unusual combination of scales and feathers gave rise to what Mesoamerican creator deity?

Answer: Quetzalcoatl

Quetzalcoatl literally means 'feathered serpent' and is a god depicted as a snake with wings. He was one of the creators of the world, and made the boundary between the earth and sky. The Aztecs believed that the explorer Hernan Cortes to be Quetzalcoatl in human form.
10. You might picture it as sweet and saintly, but what creature is described by the Bible as having the faces of a man, lion, eagle, and ox?

Answer: cherub

Cherubs are commonly thought of as sweet, childlike angels, but are described very differently in the Bible. They are said to have four faces, four wings, and eyes all over their bodies. Of the different types of angels, cherubs are believed to be among the most powerful.
Source: Author nautilator

This quiz was reviewed by FunTrivia editor NatalieW before going online.
Any errors found in FunTrivia content are routinely corrected through our feedback system.
3/28/2024, Copyright 2024 FunTrivia, Inc. - Report an Error / Contact Us