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Poseidon identification
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5th Grade
01/09/2012

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who was Poseidon
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poseidon was the son of Cronos and king of the sea. He created many land and sea animals. he ruled two thirds of the world. he chased after many women including Demeter.
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Who was Thetis
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Thetis was a beautiful water nymph chased after by Poseidon. SHe and Poseidon had a baby boy named Thetis
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Who was amphitrite
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Amphitrite was anther nymph wife of Poseidon
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Who was Athene
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Athene was the g-d who won the Athenians love over Poseidon, for she gifted them with an olive tree.
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Who was Demeter
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Demeter was Poseidon's sister as well as the love of his life. She attempted to fool Poseidon by asking him to make her a beautiful land animal, but he succeeded.
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