Ancient Greece Review

Greece lies on which continent?

• Africa

• Asia

• Europe

• South America

Most city-states adopted tyranny, but some moved toward rule by the many. The Greeks called this form of government _____________, which means "rule by the people".

• politics

• democracy

• oligarchy

• citizen

Many communities in ancient Greece were separated by mountains, valleys, and waterways which resulted in

• The development of many different religions.

• The construction of an advanced system of roadways.

• The development of fiercely independent city-states.

• Alliances formed for group protection.

The form of government in which all citizens can participate in the government is called

• representative democracy

• republic

• direct democracy

• indirect democracy

The ancient Greeks used mythology to

• answer questions about the world

• entertain children at festivals

• scare away invaders

• make excuses for their mistakes

Who wrote two epic poems about the Trojan War?

• Aesop

• Virgil

• Homer

• Achilles

The main purpose of a fable was to

• make observations about Greek culture

• trace the downfall of a heroic figure

• honor the gods and goddesses

• teach a lesson to the reader

Which is NOT a way that the modern Olympics differs from the first Greek Olympics.

• They wear clothes.

• The entire world participates.

• The events last for two weeks.

• There are only racing events.

Alexander worked to spread Greek culture throughout his empire. What conclusion can you draw from this?

• Alexander was trying to make the Persian Empire angry.

• Alexander thought that all other cultures were weak.

• Alexander was trying to build a friendship with the Greeks.

• Alexander admired and enjoyed Greek culture and ideas.

Why is Alexander called "Great"?

• He conquered a huge area.

• He created a lasting empire.

• He spread new kinds of farming.

• He set up independent city-states.