Ancient Greece & Alex the Great Review

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The polis was different than a modern day city because it functioned like a _________

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tiny country

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A city-state which favored democracy and a well-rounded education. (Also, the largest city-state by a wide margin)

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Athens

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What was the large open area where city life was centered around called?

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Agora

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How does Athenian democracy differ from our democracy?

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In Athens they directly voted to make decisions and we elect representatives.

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How was Alexander the Great able to control such a vast kingdom?

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He treated conquered people fairly.

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Which term describes the blending of Greek culture with Persian, Indian, & Egyptian influences? Options: classical, arabesque, Hellenism, Gothic

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Hellenism

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This Greek philosopher believed in finding logic and reason through questioning his followers.

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Socrates

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Which of the following statements best describes the citizens of Athens? Options: They spoke different languages, They valued their freedoms and took an active role in government, They overthrew their government by force., They develop the art of war.

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They valued their freedoms and took an active role in government

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What was the name of the Greek philosopher who became Alexander's tutor?

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Aristotle

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Which areas was NOT part of Alexander's Empire? Options: Egypt, Greece, Persia

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Rome