In Greek mythology, Mount Pelion was the homeland of which tutor of ancient Greek heroes?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Chiron the Centaur
- Step 1: In Greek mythology, Mount Pelion (which took its name from the mythical king Peleus, father of Achilles ) was the homeland of Chiron the Centaur, tutor of many ancient Greek heroes, such as Jason, Achilles, Theseus and Heracles . Answer: Chiron the Centaur. Why not the others: The Minotaur lived in the Cretan labyrinth, and Cyclopes and Gorgons inhabited separate mythological regions.
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