Roman Mythology

1. the set of gods of any polytheistic religion, mythology, or tradition; also, aRoman temple where people worshiped
3. Rome is named after him
4. this goddess inspires every species to remain in existence
7. artisans or peasants who worked the
9. controlled the fortunes of most industries
11. the farmers’ chief protector
12. household spirits of the storeroom or pantry
14. the belief in multiple gods/goddesses
15. the king who was afraid of the twins
16. carried a sickle as a tool for agriculture
17. known as the best and greatest patron god of Rome
18. few gods received the number of honors given to this god
21. ancestral ghosts
22. household gods who represented the spirits of dead ancestors
23. One of his/her suffix identities dealt with finances

1. peace of the gods
2. The Romans believed that every endeavor depended on the _____ of the gods.
4. metaphorical mother of Rome
5. the rich, landholding upper class
6. obligations to gods/goddesses, family, friends, and the state
7. guardian or protector
8. Following a death in the home, how many days would they remain in mourning?
10. exclusive organs offered to the gods- look at your notes for the correct order
13. the brother of Romulus
19. shrine for making offerings of incense or wine to the lares
20. Roman spirits of the dead