Which Greek Goddess Am I?

By: Teresa McGlothlin
Estimated Completion Time
5 min
Which Greek Goddess Am I?
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About This Quiz

In Greek mythology, goddesses were just as powerful as the gods. Each with their own ruling specialty, Greek goddesses handled everything from the harvest to entertainment. Once you compare yourself to some of the most fierce women in the ancient Greek world, you'll learn which one of them you embody the most! 

Goddesses like Aphrodite were known for their ability to love, but goddesses like Nemesis were famous for their unbridled sense of vengeance. As you go through our questions, we'll present you with a goddess. Then, we'll ask you to answer using your personal style. By the time you finish, we'll know which position you would have held while sitting atop Mount Olympus. Your real personality will be the key to finding out, so don't hold back or be too modest! 

As a culture, the ancient Greeks were both warfaring and concerned with the survival of humankind. Though they had a belief system much different from the ones we hold today, many of the goddesses are still revered for their ruling style. After you put yourself in their sandals, the goddess you are most like will be revealed. 

Are you ruled by victories like Nike or the nighttime like Nyx? Scroll down to learn how your friends should be referring to you! 

You've just hit the Mount Olympus scene. Which god intrigues you the most?
Ares
Hermes
Helios
Morpheus
Athena was born wearing armor. What made your birth special?
It was special because I was born.
I was an early present.
I wasn't born at a hospital.
I can't remember that far back.
What brings out your inner Mania, the goddess of insanity?
Please chew with your mouth closed.
There's never a reason to lie.
Why are you writing a check at the grocery store?
It's not that hard to show up on time.

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Which one of these mythological creatures would you have as a personal mascot?
Cerberus
Pegasus
Minotaur
Siren
When someone has wronged you, do you react like Hera or Nemesis?
I try to find the love like Aphrodite.
I tend to let nature take its course.
I seek fiery revenge.
Honestly, it depends on the offence.
What makes you as smart as the Titan goddess of wisdom, Metis?
I can always find a bargain.
I'm like a human lie detector.
I love doing long division in my head.
I'm good at knowing when to keep my mouth shut.

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If a friend were dating someone with Zeus' commitment issues, what advice would you give them?
"Maybe the two of you should see a therapist."
"You need a real man like Apollo."
"There are more gods in the sea."
"Kick him to the curb."
These traits are associated with the Charites. Which one is your strongest?
Charm
Human creativity
Natural beauty
Elegance
Nike was the winged goddess of victory. What makes you feel most victorious?
Nailing my winged eyeliner
Getting good feedback at work
Hearing about my cooking skills
Listening to my family tell me they love me

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If you got a new puppy, which of the Pleiades would you name it after?
Electra
Taygete
Maia
Asterope
Would you rather be the goddess of the harvest like Demeter or the goddess of eternal youth like Hebe?
Sign me up for team Hebe.
Can I rule the ocean instead?
I wouldn't mind ruling the harvest.
I would rather be a goddess of war.
Are you the goddess of any domestic crafts like Athena?
I'm the goddess of laundry.
I could be the goddess of macaroni art.
I'm the goddess of the errands.
They should call me the scrapbook goddess.

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Artemis vowed to never have children. What should you take a vow against doing?
Texting my ex
Taking out my credit card
Eating out all the time
Passing up the gym
Which of Rhea's children shares your sense of morality?
Hades
Hestia
Poseidon
Hera
If you were being worshipped by your subjects, which Greek food would you demand they bring?
Kalamata olives
Dolmades
Baklava
Moussaka

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You've just arrived at the carnival season (Apokreas) celebration, and another goddess is wearing the same dress. How do you react?
I would tell her she has great taste.
I might crawl under a table.
She would be getting some serious side-eye.
I would try to avoid being seen standing too close to her.
If you were asked to serve nectar to the gods, what would you serve?
Tea with honey
Grape juice
Chocolate milk
A latte
As a mortal, how do you honor your inner Greek goddess?
I remind myself that I'm in control.
I try to be good to others.
I don't stop until I get what I want.
I take good care of my body.

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Aphrodite once turned her enemy into a lion. If you had the same ability, what would your enemy become?
Cow
Frog
Bat
Worm
The Gorgons are upset with you and seeking revenge. Which goddess do you turn to for help?
Athena, the goddess of wisdom
Enyo, the goddess of war
I could handle Medusa and friends all by myself.
Nyx, the goddess of the night
If you were a goddess of protection like Brizo, what would you prefer to protect?
Fishermen
Teachers
Nurses
Construction workers

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Would you fear the wrath of Zeus or Poseidon more?
No one scares me.
Poseidon's wrath is much scarier.
I wouldn't want to anger Zeus.
Zeus and Poseidon had nothing on Hera.
Eos is the goddess of the dawn. Are you a morning person?
I'm up with the sun.
I'm more of a night owl.
I am a morning person during the workweek.
I'm awake in the morning, but I don't like it.
Which of the emblems associated with The Muses could represent you too?
Writing tablet
Comedic mask
Lyre
Compass

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Kotys was the goddess of celebration and known for her wild parties. What are you like at parties?
I like to get to know my fellow partygoers.
Honestly, I prefer to stay at home.
I like to make sure all the food is tasty.
You can find me keeping the dance floor warm.
Thetis was a shapeshifter and a prophet. Which one would you rather be?
I would make a great prophet.
I think I would rather be a farmer.
Shapeshifting could come in handy.
I'm perfectly fine being who I am.
Do you know much about astronomy or astrology like the goddess Urania?
I know what my horoscope says.
I can find a few constellations.
I don't know much about either of them.
I'm not an expert, but I know a little about them.

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Terpsichore is considered the goddess of dancing. Which physical activity could you rule?
Yoga
Sleeping
Running
Swimming
Which one of Hecate's specialties interests you more than the others?
Magic
Ghosts
They are too scary for me!
The undead
Persephone lives in the underworld during the winter. Where would you like to be a snowbird?
Santorini
Kos
Milos
Mykonos

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