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The Ancient Greek term 'Hierax' (Ἱέραξ) literally translates to 'hawk', not 'eagle'.
Answer: False
The literal meaning of the Greek name 'Hierax' is 'hawk', not 'eagle'.
The literal meaning of 'Hierax' ('hawk') is irrelevant to the mythological accounts.
Answer: False
The literal meaning of 'Hierax' as 'hawk' is highly relevant, directly connecting to the transformation of the first Hierax into this bird.
The article about Hierax is primarily focused on the etymology of the name.
Answer: False
While etymology is discussed, the article primarily focuses on the mythological narratives of the figures named Hierax.
The 'romanized' term refers to the Greek spelling of the name Hierax.
Answer: False
The term 'romanized' refers to the transliteration of the Greek name into the Latin alphabet, not the original Greek spelling itself.
The abbreviation 'lit.' before 'hawk' means the translation is approximate.
Answer: False
The abbreviation 'lit.' stands for 'literally', indicating a direct and precise translation of the word.
What is the literal meaning of the Greek name 'Hierax'?
Answer: Hawk
The Greek name 'Hierax' (Ἱέραξ) literally translates to 'hawk'.
The term 'romanized' in the context of the name Hierax refers to:
Answer: The process of converting the Greek name to the Latin alphabet
In this context, 'romanized' refers to the transliteration of the Greek name 'Hierax' into the Latin alphabet.
What does the article suggest about the name Hierax in Greek mythology?
Answer: It was borne by multiple distinct individuals.
The article indicates that the name Hierax was associated with more than one distinct mythological figure.
The first Hierax mentioned was a man from Mariandyni known for his integrity and devotion to Demeter.
Answer: True
The source identifies the first Hierax as a man from Mariandyni, distinguished by his integrity and devotion to Demeter.
The Hierax from Mariandyni was transformed into a hawk by Demeter as a reward for his piety.
Answer: False
The transformation of the Hierax from Mariandyni into a hawk was a consequence imposed by Poseidon, not a reward from Demeter.
Poseidon punished the tribe by destroying their crops because they failed to honor Hierax.
Answer: False
Poseidon punished the tribe for failing to honor him, not Hierax. Hierax later provided them with sustenance.
The transformation of the first Hierax into a hawk symbolizes a positive shift in his divine standing.
Answer: False
The transformation into a hawk symbolizes a reversal of fortune and perception, marking a negative shift in his standing rather than a positive one.
Hierax sent barley and wheat to the tribe that had angered Poseidon.
Answer: True
The pious Hierax provided sustenance, specifically barley and wheat, to the tribe that had incurred Poseidon's wrath.
The first Hierax was transformed into a hawk because he was disliked by the gods.
Answer: False
The first Hierax was transformed into a hawk by Poseidon as a consequence of his actions, not solely due to being disliked by the gods.
The transformation of Hierax into a hawk serves as an example of divine judgment that inverts human perception.
Answer: True
The transformation of the first Hierax into a hawk illustrates divine judgment that inverts his previous positive perception into one associated with predation.
The story of the first Hierax illustrates themes of divine retribution and the unpredictable nature of the gods.
Answer: True
The narrative of the first Hierax demonstrates divine retribution and highlights the often unpredictable and complex nature of divine interventions in mortal affairs.
Which god transformed the first Hierax into a hawk?
Answer: Poseidon
Poseidon transformed the first Hierax into a hawk as a consequence of his actions.
What was the primary characteristic of the first Hierax from Mariandyni?
Answer: His piety and honesty
The first Hierax from Mariandyni was characterized by his integrity and devotion, particularly towards Demeter.
Why did the tribe neglect to honor Poseidon, leading to the crop devastation?
Answer: The source does not specify the reason for neglect, only that it occurred.
The provided text states that the tribe neglected to honor Poseidon, resulting in crop devastation, but does not specify the underlying reason for their neglect.
What did the first Hierax send to the tribe suffering from crop failure?
Answer: Barley and wheat
The first Hierax provided the tribe with essential food supplies, specifically barley and wheat.
The transformation of the first Hierax into a hawk primarily symbolizes:
Answer: A reversal of fortune and perception
The transformation symbolizes a significant reversal of fortune and perception, moving from beloved figure to a creature associated with predation.
What was the consequence for the first Hierax after providing food to the tribe?
Answer: He was transformed into a hawk by Poseidon.
After providing sustenance to the tribe, Poseidon transformed the first Hierax into a hawk.
The story of the first Hierax demonstrates which theme?
Answer: The complex nature of divine justice and reward/punishment
The first Hierax's story exemplifies the complex nature of divine justice, involving both reward for piety and a seemingly paradoxical punishment for virtuous action.
According to the source, what was the relationship between Hierax's piety and his transformation?
Answer: His transformation occurred after an act of piety, resulting from actions of other gods.
While Hierax demonstrated piety, his transformation was a consequence of actions by other gods (Poseidon) following his act of piety, rather than a direct result of piety itself.
Which detail about the first Hierax is accurate according to the source?
Answer: He received abundant harvests from Demeter.
The first Hierax was known for his piety towards Demeter, which resulted in him receiving abundant harvests.
The second Hierax encountered the god Hermes while Hermes was attempting to steal Argus.
Answer: False
The second Hierax encountered Hermes while Hermes was attempting to steal Io, who was being guarded by Argus.
Hermes killed the second Hierax because he successfully stole Io.
Answer: False
Hermes killed the second Hierax because the latter witnessed Hermes's attempt to steal Io, not because Io was successfully stolen.
The second Hierax was a divine being, not a mortal.
Answer: False
The source indicates that the second Hierax was a mortal man, not a divine being.
The story of the second Hierax primarily involves his piety towards Demeter.
Answer: False
The story of the second Hierax primarily involves his encounter with Hermes and the subsequent events, not his piety towards Demeter.
The second Hierax was killed by Argus for witnessing Hermes's actions.
Answer: False
The second Hierax was killed by Hermes, not Argus, after witnessing Hermes's attempt to steal Io.
The second Hierax intervened in Hermes's attempt to steal Argus.
Answer: False
The second Hierax witnessed Hermes's attempt to steal Io from Argus; he did not intervene in the theft of Argus himself.
Io was a metamorphosed Argive princess guarded by Argus.
Answer: True
Io is described as a metamorphosed Argive princess who was under the guardianship of Argus.
The second Hierax's story demonstrates how gods can be ruthless towards mortals who interfere.
Answer: True
The fate of the second Hierax illustrates the ruthlessness of gods towards mortals who become involved in their affairs, as his witnessing of Hermes's actions led to his death.
In the myth involving the second Hierax, who was Hermes trying to steal?
Answer: Io
Hermes was attempting to steal Io, the metamorphosed Argive princess, from her guardian, Argus.
What happened to the second Hierax after he witnessed Hermes's actions?
Answer: He was killed by Hermes.
After witnessing Hermes's attempt to steal Io, the second Hierax was killed by Hermes.
How does the second Hierax's story highlight the relationship between mortals and gods?
Answer: It demonstrates the dangers mortals face when involved in divine affairs.
The second Hierax's fate underscores the perilous consequences for mortals who become entangled in the affairs of the gods.
Who was Argus in the context of the second Hierax's story?
Answer: The guardman of Io
Argus was the guardian responsible for watching over Io, whom Hermes attempted to steal.
The second Hierax's fate illustrates:
Answer: The danger of interfering in godly affairs.
The second Hierax's demise illustrates the significant danger mortals face when they become involved in or interfere with the affairs of the gods.
The second Hierax's role in his myth is primarily that of a:
Answer: Witness and informant
The second Hierax's primary role in the myth is that of a witness who observed Hermes's actions and subsequently informed others, leading to his death.
Apollodorus is the primary source cited for the story of the Mariandynian Hierax.
Answer: False
Antoninus Liberalis is cited as the primary source for the story of the Mariandynian Hierax, while Apollodorus is referenced for the myth involving the second Hierax.
The References section lists ancient authors and provides links to online versions of their works.
Answer: True
The 'References' section typically lists ancient authors and may include links to accessible online versions of their texts for further scholarly examination.
Who is cited as the source for the story of the Mariandynian Hierax?
Answer: Antoninus Liberalis
Antoninus Liberalis is cited as the primary source for the narrative concerning the Mariandynian Hierax.
Which ancient author is referenced for the story concerning Hermes and the second Hierax?
Answer: Apollodorus
Apollodorus is referenced as the source for the myth involving the second Hierax and Hermes.
The 'Notes' section in the article primarily contains biographical details about the mythological figures.
Answer: False
The 'Notes' section primarily provides citations and references to the ancient sources for the mythological accounts presented in the article.
The navbox 'Metamorphoses in Greek mythology' includes Hierax in the 'Avian' subcategory.
Answer: True
Hierax is indeed listed under the 'Avian' subcategory within the 'Metamorphoses in Greek mythology' navbox.
The 'setindexbox' helps users navigate to different mythological figures with the same name.
Answer: True
The 'setindexbox' is a navigational tool designed to guide users to other mythological figures who share the same or similar names.
The navbox includes categories for metamorphoses into plants and inanimate objects.
Answer: True
The 'Metamorphoses in Greek mythology' navbox encompasses a broad range of transformations, including those into plants and inanimate objects, alongside animals and humanoids.
The 'setindexbox' suggests users should link to the general 'Hierax' page if they find a specific article.
Answer: False
The 'setindexbox' suggests that if a user arrived via a general link, they should change that link to point to a more specific article, not the other way around.
The navbox includes image captions like 'Pygmalion and Galatea' to illustrate transformations.
Answer: True
The 'Metamorphoses in Greek mythology' navbox often includes illustrative image captions, such as 'Pygmalion and Galatea', to provide visual examples of transformations.
What does the navbox 'Metamorphoses in Greek mythology' categorize Hierax under?
Answer: Avian Animals
Hierax is categorized under 'Avian Animals' within the 'Metamorphoses in Greek mythology' navbox.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a category in the 'Metamorphoses in Greek mythology' navbox?
Answer: Mythological Beasts
The navbox includes categories such as Animals, Humanoids, Plants, and Inanimate Objects, but 'Mythological Beasts' is not explicitly listed as a distinct category.
What does the 'Avian' category in the navbox signify for Hierax?
Answer: His story involves transformation into a bird.
Inclusion in the 'Avian' category signifies that Hierax's mythological narrative involves a transformation into a bird.