Ancient Greece- Reading Quiz #1: The Land of Greece

What period in Greece was a peak of human achievement?

• The Bronze Age

• The Age of Development

• The Classical Age

• The Dark Age

What is the southern portion of the peninsula of Greece called?

• Minoa

• Peloponnesus

• Mycenaea

What challenge did Greek farmers face?

• Lack of irrigation strategies

• Insufficient sunlight

• Lack of slaves

• Rocky soil

During what period of Greek history did the Peloponnesian War take place?

• The Bronze Age

• The Age of Development

• The Classical Age

• The Dark Age

What is the earliest known civilization in Greece?

• Minoans

• Mycenaeans

• Philistines

• Hittites

Where was the Minoan civilization located?

• The Peloponnesus

• Island of Crete

• Mainland of Greece

What were some civilizations in other parts of the world that existed at the same time as the Minoan civilization?

• Shang dynasty in China

• Chou dynasty in China

• Old Kingdom in Egypt

• New Kingdom in Egypt

How did the Minoans become wealthy?

• By allying with the rich Egyptians

• Through trade with other lands

• By minting many coins

What civilization grew on the mainland of Greece?

• Minoans

• Mycenaeans

• Trojans

How were Mycenaean palaces different from those of the Minoans'?

• Mycenaean palaces were heavily fortified.

• Mycenaean palaces were more richly adorned.

• Mycenaean palaces focused on artistry