Ancient Greece Test Review

All Greeks were intensely loyal to their “polis.” What is a polis?

• Family

• Country

• City-State

• World

In a polis, where would the acropolis be located?

• In the center of town, with a position to see all that is going on

• Near the marketplace, in order to witness the daily transactions

• On the outskirts of town

• On elevated land, overlooking the city below

Which of the following is a true statement regarding the acropolis?

• It was the location of the original fort

• It was the center of business

• Greeks refused to allow Gods to be worshiped there

• Only Athens and Sparta had an acropolis

There were several different governments throughout all of Greece. In fact, most city-states had a transition of governments throughout their history. What is the power structure like in a monarchy?

• There are two people in charge, both are kings

• There is one person in charge, it can be a king, queen, or emperor

• There are a few people in charge

• The people are in charge

Which of the following best describes an oligarchy?

• A system where one person (with very strict rules) is in charge

• A system where there is more than one equal ruler

• A system where the people are in charge

• A government where a King or a Queen rules

How is a tyrant government different from a monarchy government?

• Tyrant governments have 3 rulers, Monarchies have 1

• Tyrants take power by force, Monarchies pass power to oldest son

• A Monarch must be a king, whereas a tyrant can be a queen

• Monarchs take power by force, Tyrants pass power to their oldest son

Which of the following best describes a democracy?

• A government where the people rule

• A government where 3 leaders rule over the people

• A system where 1 leader takes power by force

• A type of government is ruled by 1 strict ruler

What type of government best describes Athens?

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Tyranny

• Monarchy

What type of government best describes Sparta?

• Totalitarianism

• Democracy

• Tyranny

• Monarchy

What best describes Athens’ “way of life?”

• Military and Strength

• Strength and Honor

• Arts and Education

• Smarts and Strength