The Mysterious Centaur: A Fantastic Creatures Quiz

The Mysterious Centaur: A Fantastic Creatures Quiz

Test your knowledge about the half-human, half-horse creature known as the centaur in this fantastical quiz!

published on January 17
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In Greek mythology, which centaur is known for his wisdom and taught heroes like Achilles and Heracles?

In Greek mythology, which centaur is known for his wisdom and taught heroes like Achilles and Heracles?
Chiron
Pholus
Nessus
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What is the astrological symbol for the zodiac sign Sagittarius, often represented by a centaur?

What is the astrological symbol for the zodiac sign Sagittarius, often represented by a centaur?
Bow and arrow
Archer
Horse
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Which famous centaur was a character in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series?

Which famous centaur was a character in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series?
Firbolg
Firenze
Hyppogriff
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According to Greek mythology, how are centaurs typically portrayed?

According to Greek mythology, how are centaurs typically portrayed?
Evil and malicious
Wild and untamed
Wise and gentle
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Which famous character from fantasy literature is a centaur who serves as the gamekeeper of the Forbidden Forest?

Aslan
Bane
Pegasus
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In Greek mythology, what was the cause of the war between the centaurs and the Lapiths?

In Greek mythology, what was the cause of the war between the centaurs and the Lapiths?
Territorial dispute
Love triangle
Wedding brawl
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What is the Latin scientific name for the mythical creature centaur?

What is the Latin scientific name for the mythical creature centaur?
Equus humanoidis
Centaurus
Homo equinus
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Which centaur from Greek mythology was known for being a skilled archer and met his demise by accidentally shooting himself with a poisonous arrow?

Which centaur from Greek mythology was known for being a skilled archer and met his demise by accidentally shooting himself with a poisonous arrow?
Rhoetus
Eurytion
Folus
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What is the name of the centaur-like creatures in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth mythology?

Elves
Harmatthi
Dwarves
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Which centaur was depicted as a violent and savage creature, often found dwelling in mountain caves?

Which centaur was depicted as a violent and savage creature, often found dwelling in mountain caves?
Eurytion
Charon
Orion
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Who is the famous centaur in C.S. Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia series, known for his wisdom and prophetic abilities?

Fledge
Argus
Minotaur
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What is the usual habitat of centaurs in Greek mythology?

What is the usual habitat of centaurs in Greek mythology?
Ocean depths
City outskirts
Forest and mountain regions