1.   In Greek mythology, the god Zeus took the form of a swan to seduce Leda.

2.   Even the basketball gods took a powder on the Sonics.

3.   Finally the gods take all the colors and, fearing they might forget the vast array of hues, pour them on the feathers of the macaw.

4.   The gods take sides and interfere crazily.

5.   The participants in this ritual believe that various gods take possession of them when they boogie to the beat.