Classical Civilizations Quiz

What were the major causes of the development of the classical civilization of Greece?

Select THREE correct answers.

• The military service of Greek me was required.

• The Dark Ages led to the migration of the Greeks.

• The influence of Greek poetry was highly regarded.

• The Greeks defeated the mighty Persian Empire.

• The polis became central to everyday Greek life.

The Maurya and Gupta civilizations were able to develop and maintain their territories in modern day ​ (a)   because they had ​ (b)   .​

• Centralized Governments
• India
• China
• America
• Democratic Governments
• Federalist Governments

The time period that included the growth of empires in Greece, Rome, Persia, India, and China is referred to as the –

Which of the following isNOT part of the legacy of the Roman Empire in the West?

•  language

• architecture

• law code

• city states

How did the gods and goddesses of Greece differ from previous civilizations’ gods and goddesses?

• They were more cruel and harsh than others before.

• They were not worshiped as others had been before.

• 2. They required citizens to sacrifice animals for them.

• 1. They were more human-like in appearance and behavior.

The fall of Rome signified the beginning of what new era?

• 1. The Renaissance

• 1. The Middle Ages

• 1. The Dark Ages

• 1. The Neolithic Era

One similarity between Rome and Han China was --

• 1. both empires encompassed extensive territories that were difficult to protect against invaders.

• 1. both empires encompassed extensive territories that were easy to protect against invaders.

• 1. both empires encompassed extensive territories that welcomed many cultures and ideals.

• 1. both empires encompassed extensive territories that were based in religious beliefs.

Which external factor did Han China and the Roman Empire both face that contributed to their decline?

• 1. lack of a strong military

• 1. threat of nomadic groups

• 1. lack of a common language

• 1. decentralization of government

.All of the following describe society during the Pax Romana EXCEPT —

• 1. Education was encouraged.

• 1. Greek culture was ignored.

• 1. Class divisions separated citizens.

• 1. Roman cities were centers of culture.

 The types of government listed above are --

1. The four most common systems of Roman government

2. The four most common systems of Chinese government

3. The four most common systems of Greek government

4. The four most common systems of Persian government

• 1. The four most common systems of Roman government

• 1. The four most common systems of Chinese government

• 1. The four most common systems of Greek government

• 1. The four most common systems of Persian government