Ancient Greece

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

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy 

• Communism

What is a person who seizes power in an illegal way called?

• King

• Savage

• Tyrant

• Aristocrat

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

• Agora

• Acropolis

• Oligarchy

• Parthenon

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

• Agora

• Acropolis

• Democracy

• Mall

Which of the following types of government did Athens have FIRST?

• Oligarchy

• Democracy 

• Tyranny

• Monarchy

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 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.

Which of the following is NOT a Greek accomplishment?

• Epics like the Iliad and Odyssey

• inventions such as the first ship and wheel barrow

• competitions like the Olympics

• Contributions to democracy

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.

Which type of government has the LEAST amount of people involved in decision making?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Aristocracy