Mythology
Celtic Mythology Quiz
Druids, fairies, and the Tuatha Dé Danann — explore the mystical world of Celtic mythology.
Druids, fairies, and the Tuatha Dé Danann — explore the mystical world of Celtic mythology.
This Celtic mythology quiz draws from a pool of 50 questions spanning the gods, heroes, and creatures of Irish, Welsh, and Scottish tradition. Celtic myths were preserved through oral tradition by druids — who served as priests, judges, and scholars — before eventually being written down by medieval monks in manuscripts like the Book of Invasions and the Mabinogion.
Each round presents 10 randomized questions from our pool of 50, so every playthrough feels fresh. Every question is multiple choice with four options, and you get instant feedback with a detailed explanation after each answer. Share your score when you finish to challenge friends.
Questions cover the Tuatha Dé Danann, the four great cycles of Irish mythology, legendary heroes like Cú Chulainn and Fionn mac Cumhaill, the Otherworld and Tír na nÓg, druids and their role in Celtic society, Welsh legends from the Mabinogion, Scottish creatures like selkies and kelpies, and the origins of Halloween in the festival of Samhain.
Cú Chulainn is the greatest hero of the Ulster Cycle in Irish mythology. Born as Sétanta, he earned the name Cú Chulainn ("Hound of Culann") after killing a fierce guard dog as a child and offering to take its place. He was famous for his ríastrad — a terrifying battle frenzy or "warp spasm" that transformed his body — and for his heroic last stand, where he tied himself to a standing stone so he would die on his feet facing his enemies.
The Tuatha Dé Danann ("Peoples of the Goddess Danu") are the supernatural race of gods and heroes in Irish mythology. They arrived in Ireland shrouded in magical mist and defeated the Fir Bolg and the Fomorians to rule the land. When they were later displaced by the Milesians (the Gaels), they retreated into the sídhe — fairy mounds — becoming the fairy folk of later Irish legend. Key figures include The Dagda, Lugh, Brigid, and Manannán mac Lir.
Celtic mythology encompasses traditions from all Celtic-speaking peoples, including Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Breton, Cornish, and Manx cultures. Ireland and Wales preserved the richest written records — Ireland through its four great mythological cycles and Wales through the Mabinogion. Scotland shares many traditions with Ireland due to their Gaelic roots, while also contributing unique figures like selkies, kelpies, and the Cailleach. All share common themes of the Otherworld, shape-shifting, and the power of the natural world.
Last updated: March 2026