Test Your Knowledge of Ancient Celtic Religion

Test Your Knowledge of Ancient Celtic Religion

How well do you know the beliefs and practices of the ancient Celts? Take this quiz to find out!

published on September 25
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Who was the chief deity in ancient Celtic religion?

Who was the chief deity in ancient Celtic religion?
Zeus
Odin
Taranis
Amun-Ra
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What festival marked the beginning of the Celtic year?

What festival marked the beginning of the Celtic year?
Samhain
Beltane
Imbolc
Lughnasadh
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Which natural elements were revered by the ancient Celts?

Which natural elements were revered by the ancient Celts?
Fire only
Earth only
Both fire and water
Air only
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What was the name of the Celtic otherworld?

What was the name of the Celtic otherworld?
Tír na nÓg
Asgard
Hades
Valhalla
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Which animal was associated with the goddess Morrígan?

Which animal was associated with the goddess Morrígan?
Bear
Lion
Raven
Snake
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What were the sacred sites of the ancient Celts called?

What were the sacred sites of the ancient Celts called?
Temples
Nemeton
Shrines
Altars
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Which famous Irish hero is associated with the ancient Celts?

Which famous Irish hero is associated with the ancient Celts?
Beowulf
Cu Chulainn
Fionn Mac Cumhaill
King Arthur
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What were the Druids known for in Celtic society?

What were the Druids known for in Celtic society?
Farming
Smithing
Spiritual guidance
Warfare
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Which Celtic symbol represents the interconnectedness of all things?

Which Celtic symbol represents the interconnectedness of all things?
Pentagram
Triskele
Ankh
Yin Yang
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What was the purpose of Celtic human sacrifice?

What was the purpose of Celtic human sacrifice?
Entertainment
Punishment
Religious offering
Population control