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1. The unicorn is extremely rare and yet remains surprisingly widespread. This is because the crea- ture plays a role in the myths and legends of many cultures on different continents. The characteristics attri- buted to it vary – sometimes gentle, sometimes aggressive – but it always possesses magical powers. Its horn ... a) purifies poisoned water. b) stops bleeding. c) rejuvenates anyone who touches it. d) slows ageing. 2. A vampire sucks the blood from the veins of the living and can turn into a wolf, a bat or even mist. Probably the most famous undead human – because that is what a vam- pire is – was invented by Bram Stoker for his novel Dracula , which was pu- blished in 1897. The story has since been made into a movie countless times. In 1992, director Francis Ford Coppola delivered his version. What makes it stand out? It ... a) is considered particularly faithful to the original. b) won three Academy Awards. c) grossed record box office sales. d) was filmed entirely at Bran Castle in Romania. 3. The rainbow serpent has a central role in the Dream Time, the foundation world of the Australian Aboriginal culture. Where does it live? a) On eucalyptus trees. b) In Uluru. c) In the landscape, such as hills, waterholes, and rivers. d) Only in South Australia. 4. According to a Southeast Asian legend, a long time ago a croco- dile befriended a boy who had once saved his life. Together they explored the world and the crocodile carried the boy across seas and oceans. At the end of their journey, the animal turned into a piece of land as a final thank you, which became the home of the human child and his descen- dants. Which island is said to have been created in this way? a) Borneo b) Java c) The Philippines d) East Timor 5. Pegasus is a mythical creature from Greek mythology. What is this creature, who was born as the child of the sea god Poseidon and the Gorgon Medusa? a) A winged horse. b) A talking goose. c) A fish with fur. d) A mermaid. 6. The Bible also has mythical creatures. One of them is the Behemoth, a monster that lives on land. The other is the Leviathan, which lives in the sea. In 1651, the philosopher Thomas Hobbes readersdigest.com.au 21 Quiz