Ancient Greece

Which civilization was the first to arise in Greece?

• Minoans
• Mycenaeans
• Greeks
• Hoplites

The Minoan civilization collapsed. Historians believe undersea earthquakes caused this, and others think the Mycenaeans invaded and took over.

• True
• False
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Which of the following is a  government where a few wealthy people rule?

• Monarchy
• Oligarchy
• Democracy 
• Communism

What are military houses where Spartan children were trained called?

• Barracks
• Agora
• Acropolis
• Parthenon

What was the raised, fortified area that was the highest place in the city called?

• Agora
• Acropolis
• Oligarchy
• Parthenon

Which of the following describes Spartan women?

• They were treated harshly, almost like slaves.
• They mostly fought as soldiers alongside men.
• They were trained to build up their bodies and were allowed to own land.
• All of the above. 

Which of the following describes the helots of Sparta?

• They fought most of the wars.
• They performed farm work, gave half of their crops to Spartan citizens,  and outnumbered Spartan citizens.
• They led a movement to change the government.
• They were in charge of boys’ military training.

Which of the following statements best describes the citizens of Athens?

• 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.

Who could participate in the Athenian democracy?

• All adult male citizens and slaves
• All free men and women
• All free, adult male citizens
• Anyone who lived in Athens

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How does Athenian democracy differ from our democracy?

• In Athens they directly voted to make decisions and we elect representatives.
• Athens had less people on a jury than we have today.
• Athens didn’t allow foreigners to vote or make decisions.
• Women had more rights in Athenian democracy.