Ancient Greece and Rome Study Guide

Which of the following describes the origins and structure of the Greek polis? (Select three)

• developed along major rivers

• hilly, mountanious terrain influenced developement

• formed around a fort and hill for protection

• had small populatons

What was the basis of the Greek economy?

• farming

• trade

• agriculture

• hunting

What effect did the geography of ancient Greece have on its early development?

• The mountainous terrain led to the creation of independent city-states.

• A lack of natural seaports limited communication.

• An inland location hindered trade and colonization.

• Abundant natural resources encouraged self-sufficiency.

Which of the following is NOT an accomplishment of the ancient Greeks?

• philosophy

• democracy

• communism

• olympics

Which individual best completes the graphic?

• Crassus

• Augustus Caesar

• Pompey

• Julius Caesar

Which groups were excluded from citizenship in the Roman Republic? (Select two.)

• Patricians

• Women

• Plebeians

• Slaves

Which was a major characteristic of democracy in ancient Athens?

• All adult male citizens were eligible to vote.

• All residents were given voting rights.

• Women were allowed to vote in major elections.

• Slaves were permitted to vote in major elections

The spreading Hellenistic culture through cultural diffusion is most closely associated with the rule of

• Julius Caesar

• John Paul II

• Alexander the Great

• Augustus Caesar

Comparing the ancient cities of Athens and Sparta, Sparta placed more emphasis on

• education

• family order

• military service

• human rights

What was the basis of the Greek economy?

• farming

• trade

• agriculture

• hunting