Polynesian Mythology: Vocab List 1

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Across
  1. 3. / a mythological being who is partly divine and partly human and therefore has more power than a mortal but less than a god.
  2. 4. / someone who acts as mediator or a go-between in a matter involving other people.
  3. 5. / belief in or worship of more than one god.
  4. 7. / bold, daring, adventurous, and / or heroic acts.
  5. 9. / children; offspring; descendents.
  6. 10. / something that is banned on grounds of morality or taste, or because it is considered to be too risky or dangerous.
  7. 11. / a power beyond one's control that is believed to decide what happens.
Down
  1. 1. / the doctrine or belief that there is but one God.
  2. 2. / a divine or supreme being; a god.
  3. 4. / living or lasting forever (adj.); a person whose fame is lasting (noun).
  4. 6. / a character often found in folklore and mythology who uses cunning, deceit, mischief, humor and cleverness to manipulate situations, challenge authority, and create chaos as a way to challenge the status quo and cause unexpected events in stories.
  5. 8. /a statement that tells what will happen in the future, especially if it seems to be divinely inspired.