Greek Geography

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Greece is a(n) _______ because it is surrounded on three sides by water.

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peninsula

Front

Which type of landscape best describes much of the region of Ancient Greece? Options: flat, mountainous, desert, rainforest

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mountainous

Front

In what continent is Greece located?

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Europe

Front

How was it possible that different parts of Greece had different forms of government?

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Steep mountains kept people apart

Front

How did geography of ancient Greece affect its early development?

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The mountains lead to independent city-states.

Front

Which of the following was NOT an obstacle for farmers in Greece? Mountains, No major rivers, rocky soil, abundant grazing lands

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abundant grazing lands

Front

Due to their location surrounded by seas, Greeks were really good at:

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shipbuilding

Front

What is the name of the island where the Minotaur lived?

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Crete

Front

Who were the first people to inhabit Greece on the island of Crete? Options: Spartans, Trojans, Mycenaeans, Minoans

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Minoans

Front

What is the mountain where the gods/goddesses are said to live?

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Mt. Olympus