Athens and Democracy

Ancient Greece bordered the Mediterranean Sea.

• True
• False

How were ancient Greek city-states (polis) different from modern U.S. states?

• Each city-state had its own laws; US states do not 
• The Greek city-states were like separate countries 
• All Greek city-states were run by kings; US states are run by elected officials
• Each Greek city-state had its own language; each US state does not

Why was the period between 460 and 429 B.C.E. called Athens' "Golden Age?"

• Coins/weapons from that era were made from gold
• Athens conquered all its neighboring city-states at that time, making it very rich
• At that time, most Athenians worshipped golden statues of gods and goddesses
• Art, science, and philosophy flourished at that time

In the sentence "Pericles was a charismatic leader," what does "charismatic" mean? 

• Dictatorial - ruled with military might 
• Extremely powerful 
• Having personal charm and appeal (popular)
• Democratically elected 

The people of Athens valued freedom and learning, while the military was central in Sparta.

• true
• false

Which belief may have led to the creation of the Olympic Games? 

• All men are created equal 
• A healthy body is as important as a healthy mind 
• City-states should not fight wars against one another 
• Democracy is the greatest form of government

How was Athenian democracy different from American democracy? 

• Citizens were not allowed to serve on juries 
• People were not allowed to vote for their leaders 
• Women could not participate in public life 
• People were not allowed to criticize the government 

Which phrase best describes Ancient Athens? 

• The capital of Greece 
• A cultural and artistic capital 
• The birthplace of capitalism 
• The capital of ancient Europe

Which of these is an opinion about Athens? 

• Sophocles was among the most famous Athenian playwrights 
• Plays were an important part of Athenian culture 
• Ancient Athenian drama is boring when performed today 
• Many Ancient Greek plays have been lost over the past 2,500 years 

If you wanted to visit Athens, where would you go? 

• Asia, by the Caspian Sea 
• Europe, by the Baltic Sea 
• Europe, by the Mediterranean Sea 
• Africa, by the Atlantic Ocean