Ancient Greece

Which geographic factor was most critical to the success of trade and commerce for the Greek city-states?

• mountain range

• seasonal winds

• nice temperatures

• water they can travel on

Which of the following is true about Ancient Greece?

• It was made up of many small islands

• It has a long coastline perfect for trading

• It had many city-states

• All of these are correct

Which of these was a result of Ancient Greeks trading with many different people?

• They made a lot of enemies

• They became the richest country

• They spread their ideas and culture with people they traded with

• Frequent wars

Which body of water did Ancient Greeks city-states MOSTLY use for travel and trade?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Mediterranean Ocean

• Cape of Good Hope

• Ionian Sea

Which of these was an important EXPORT for Ancient Greece?

• Pottery

• Fish

• Spices

• Metals

What is the best definition for direct democracy?

• The King makes the rules

• There is a President who makes the rules

• Power is held by a few people

• Citizens vote on the laws in an assembly

True or False: Greek citizens thought their gods and goddesses were perfect

• True

• False

How did Greeks honor their gods?

• Dedicating one day of celebration

• Having festivals

• Sacrificing animals

• Getting tattoos

Which god was the head of the Greek pantheon of gods?

• Poseidon

• Zeus

• Athena

• Hades

Who was at the top of the social pyramid in Athens and Sparta?

• land owners

• Religious leaders

• Merchants

• Military leaders