50 Multiple Choice Questions and Answers on Myths and Legends

50 Multiple Choice Questions and Answers on Myths and Legends

INSTRUCTION – Choose the correct answer from the options A – D.

1. What is a myth?

A. A true story
B. A traditional story explaining natural events
C. A scientific report
D. A newspaper article

2. What is a legend?
A. A made-up story about gods
B. A story about real people, exaggerated over time
C. A story that never teaches a lesson
D. A poem about animals

3. Myths are mainly connected to:
A. Religion and beliefs
B. Sports
C. Fashion
D. Politics

4. Legends often focus on:
A. Heroes and their deeds
B. Weather changes
C. Plants and animals
D. Family quarrels

5. The main purpose of myths is to:
A. Make people laugh
B. Explain the origin of things
C. Record sports results
D. Promote movies

6. Which of the following is an example of a myth?
A. The story of Oduduwa creating the earth
B. The story of Queen Moremi
C. The story of Robin Hood
D. The story of King Arthur

7. Which of the following is an example of a legend?
A. The story of Zeus
B. The story of Moremi Ajasoro
C. The story of Ra, the sun god
D. The story of Poseidon

8. Myths often involve:
A. Gods and supernatural beings
B. Journalists
C. Farmers only
D. Government officials

9. Legends are based on:
A. Imaginary gods
B. Real events and people
C. Fictional animals
D. Dreams

10. Myths are mostly:
A. Scientific
B. Religious and spiritual
C. Political
D. Historical

11. The Yoruba believe Oduduwa created:
A. The moon
B. The earth
C. The sky
D. Fire

12. Which of these is NOT a feature of legends?
A. Heroic characters
B. Historical basis
C. Gods and goddesses
D. Cultural lessons

13. A myth may explain the cause of:
A. Dreams
B. Natural events like rain or thunder
C. Television
D. Cars

14. Legends are used to:
A. Teach bravery and courage
B. Teach mathematics
C. Teach science
D. Teach spelling

15. In myths, gods are often shown as:
A. Weak and ordinary
B. Powerful and supernatural
C. Lazy and careless
D. Silent and shy

16. The main difference between myths and legends is:
A. Myths are true, legends are false
B. Myths explain creation, legends tell heroic stories
C. Legends are poems, myths are songs
D. Myths are shorter

17. A story about how the sun was created is a:
A. Legend
B. Poem
C. Myth
D. Drama

18. A story about a brave king who saved his people is a:
A. Novel
B. Legend
C. Myth
D. Essay

19. The story of Zeus belongs to which culture?
A. Yoruba
B. Greek
C. Egyptian
D. Roman

20. The story of Ra belongs to:
A. Greek mythology
B. Egyptian mythology
C. Yoruba folklore
D. Indian legends

21. Myths often include lessons about:
A. Science
B. Human behavior and morals
C. Technology
D. Sports

22. Legends may be partly:
A. Imaginary
B. Mathematical
C. Musical
D. Political

23. Myths help people understand:
A. The universe and creation
B. Political campaigns
C. Banking
D. Sports

24. Legends can help preserve:
A. Culture and tradition
B. Modern art
C. Computer knowledge
D. Fashion

25. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of myths?
A. To explain natural events
B. To teach morals
C. To promote business
D. To entertain

26. A story of a god of thunder is a:
A. Legend
B. Myth
C. Poem
D. Fable

27. Queen Moremi of Ile-Ife is remembered for her:
A. Kindness to children
B. Sacrifice for her people
C. Love for wealth
D. Hatred for war

28. Robin Hood is a legendary hero known for:
A. Stealing from the rich to give to the poor
B. Becoming a king
C. Creating the world
D. Being a farmer

29. King Arthur is a legend from:
A. Africa
B. England
C. Egypt
D. Greece

30. Legends inspire people to:
A. Be lazy
B. Be selfish
C. Be brave and honest
D. Be cruel

31. Myths are passed down through:
A. Textbooks
B. Oral tradition
C. Television
D. Magazines

32. Legends are mostly about:
A. Animals
B. Ordinary people
C. Heroes and rulers
D. Scientists

33. Which of the following is a feature of myths?
A. Involves divine beings
B. Always based on facts
C. Written by journalists
D. Has no moral lesson

34. Which of the following is NOT true about legends?
A. They may be partly true
B. They honor heroes
C. They explain creation
D. They are passed down orally

35. The story of creation in different cultures is found in:
A. Legends
B. Myths
C. Dramas
D. Fables

36. Legends usually aim to:
A. Teach courage and leadership
B. Teach cooking
C. Teach farming
D. Teach singing

37. A story about a river goddess is a:
A. Legend
B. Myth
C. Poem
D. Drama

38. A story about a famous warrior is a:
A. Myth
B. Legend
C. Fable
D. Essay

39. Both myths and legends are part of a community’s:
A. History and culture
B. Law system
C. Modern education
D. Sports

40. Which of these is common to both myths and legends?
A. They are always written stories
B. They are passed down orally
C. They have no meaning
D. They come from movies

41. The story of Sango, the god of thunder, is a:
A. Legend
B. Myth
C. Poem
D. Song

42. Myths can be used to explain:
A. Why it rains
B. Why people eat
C. Why people sleep
D. Why people drive cars

43. Legends can help young people learn about:
A. Heroes and courage
B. Cooking
C. Music
D. Dancing

44. Which one best defines oral tradition?
A. Stories told from one person to another by word of mouth
B. Stories written in books
C. Stories recorded in movies
D. Stories found in newspapers

45. One difference between myths and legends is:
A. Myths are about gods; legends are about humans
B. Myths are about humans; legends are about gods
C. Both are exactly the same
D. Myths are always true

46. Legends often have a setting in:
A. Ancient or historical times
B. The future
C. Modern cities
D. Space

47. Myths help to shape:
A. A community’s beliefs and values
B. Banking systems
C. School timetables
D. Computer games

48. Legends usually include:
A. Supernatural events only
B. Heroic acts and adventures
C. Pure fantasy with no meaning
D. Modern inventions

49. The story of a goddess who controls the sea is a:
A. Legend
B. Myth
C. Riddle
D. Proverb

50. The main similarity between myths and legends is that:
A. Both are traditional stories passed down through generations
B. Both are modern stories
C. Both are government records
D. Both are written in newspapers

Answer Key (Quick Check) 

1. B 2. B 3. A 4. A 5. B 6. A 7. B 8. A 9. B 10. B

11. B 12. C 13. B 14. A 15. B 16. B 17. C 18. B

19. B 20. B 21. B 22. A 23. A 24. A 25. C 26. B

27. B 28. A 29. B 30. C 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. C

35. B 36. A 37. B 38. B 39. A 40. B 41. B 42. A

43. A 44. A 45. A 46. A 47. A 48. B 49. B 50. A