HaitiLibre Quiz

Mythology 2.1 EXPERT

Difficulty Level: N2 Intermediate
This second quiz of intermediate difficulty is specially designed for mythology enthusiasts with a broad general knowledge. Explore the captivating stories, hidden symbols, and fascinating storylines of the Greek, Roman, and Egyptian pantheons. Test your knowledge of ancient legends!
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In Greek mythology, who is the ferryman of the Underworld responsible for transporting the souls of the deceased across the River Styx?

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THE CORRECT ANSWER: Charon

Charon is a dark and essential figure in Greek mythology, materializing the border between the world of the living and that of the dead. Son of Erebus (Darkness) and Nyx (Night), this cantankerous and hunched old man tirelessly navigates his boat along the dismal waters of the Styx.Its exclusive mission is to bring the shadows of the deceased across the underground river so that they can reach the kingdom of Hades. However, its service is not free. Charon demands an obol, a small coin that the living traditionally placed in the mouth of the dead during funeral rites.Destitute souls or those deprived of a suitable burial found themselves cruelly thrown back onto the shore, condemned to wander for a hundred years before they could hope to pass. Few living heroes, like Hercules or Aeneas, have succeeded in curbing his rigor.