Ancient Greece Video Entry Event

What is Greece known as?

• The birthplace of Western civilization

• The birthplace of Eastern civilization

• The birthplace of African civilization

• The birthplace of South American civilization

What were the ancient Greeks' contributions to architecture, art, literature, science, and mathematics?

• None of the above

• Architecture only

• Art and literature only

• All of the above

What were Greek temples built for?

• To worship the gods

• To house the citizens

• To store valuable offerings

• To hold religious festivals

What is the meaning of the word 'democracy'?

• Government by the people

• Government by the gods

• Government by the kings

• Government by the priests

What were the prizes for winning the ancient Olympic Games?

• Bronze, silver, and gold medals

• Wreaths made from olive branches

• Cash prizes

• Trophies

Who were the actors in ancient Greek plays?

• Only men

• Only women

• Both men and women

• Only children

Imagine you're in ancient Greece with Luna, Ava, and Arjun. You all stumble upon an oracle. What role do you think this oracle plays in their society?

• They speak for the gods

• They perform special ceremonies

• They build temples

• They compete in athletic contests

What was the purpose of the sanctuary of Asclepius?

• To worship the god of medicine

• To hold religious festivals

• To train athletes

• To perform sacrifices

What is the meaning of the word 'acropolis'?

• High city

• Low city

• Sacred city

• Temple city

What did the Romans do with Greek ideas and beliefs?

• They absorbed them into their own civilization

• They rejected them completely

• They destroyed all Greek temples

• They created their own ideas and beliefs