Classical Greece review 21-22

In Spartan society, a woman's primary duty was:

• Give birth to strong Spartan children

• Serve in the military

• Educate their child

• Maintain agricultural practices

Following Alexander's death, what happened to his empire?

• It remained united

• Democratic ideals were spread throughout the territories

• The empire was divided among three of his generals

• Persian customs and achievements were destroyed or forgotten

What type of government did Sparta have?

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

How did Mycenaean civilization change as it encountered the Minoans?

• The Mycenaeans adopted Minoan military tactics and advanced weaponry.

• The Mycenaeans learned how to construct fortified cities from the Minoans

• The Mycenaeans used the Minoan writing system and adapted it to the Greek language.

• The Mycenaeans married Minoan royal family members to produce a new class of Greek nobles.

This was considered a prestigious Greek festival, dedicated to honoring Zeus through a series of athletic competitions:

• Olympic Games

• World Series

• Marathon run

• Chariot Races

Which of the following is NOT a democratic principle shared by Athens and the United States?

• The judicial branch conducts trials.

• Political power resides with the citizens of the country.

• There are two branches of government.

• The executive branch ensures laws are executed properly.

Why were Socrates’s teachings viewed as a threat to Athenian society?

• Socrates criticized Athenian democratic principles that allowed slavery to continue.

• Socrates believed that political power should be given to Greek women.

• Socrates called into question Athenian traditions, such as the worship of Greek gods.

• Socrates expressed the belief that the best government was one led by a philosopher, not a democracy.

Who is Aristotle's most famous student?

• Plato

• Phillip II

• Socrates

• Alexander the Great

Which of these represents a major change for Greek women during the Hellenistic period?

• They could own property

• They could hold office

• They were able to get a divorce

• They were considered socially equal to men

A Greek City-State was also known as:

• An Acropolis

• An Agora

• A Polis

• A Market