Quizizz Unit 2 Study Guide Part 1- Ancient Greece

Aiden, Abigail, and Aria are participating in a school play about ancient Greece. They are discussing the concept of "direct democracy" that took place in ancient Greece. Can you help them understand what it was, its purpose, who was allowed to vote, and what they did?

• Direct democracy in ancient Greece allowed eligible citizens to directly participate in decision-making and governance by voting on laws and policies in the assembly.

• Direct democracy in ancient Greece allowed only the wealthy citizens to participate in decision-making and governance.

• Direct democracy in ancient Greece allowed foreign residents to participate in decision-making and governance.

• Direct democracy in ancient Greece allowed women to participate in decision-making and governance.

Who holds the governing power in a direct democracy?

• Government officials

• Foreign leaders
• Citizens

• Political parties

During a school trip to Florence, SC, Kai, Noah, and William were discussing Greek architecture. They spotted a building and Kai claimed it was an example of Greek architecture. Can you guess which building they were looking at?

• Florence Civic Center

• Florence National Cemetery

• Florence Regional Airport

• Florence County Library

Scarlett, Aiden, and Abigail are working on a project about influential figures in history. They are discussing the lasting impact of Archimedes. How would they describe it?

• They would say that Archimedes had no impact on any field.

• They would say that Archimedes' impact was limited to mathematics only.

• They would say that Archimedes had a lasting impact on mathematics, physics, and engineering.

• They would say that Archimedes only had a temporary impact on mathematics, physics, and engineering.

Aria, Maya, and Abigail are participating in a history quiz. The question asked is: 'Who was Alexander the Great?'

• Alexander the Great was a king of Macedonia who conquered an empire that expanded to Egypt and beyond. He never lost a battle. He died at the age of 32.

• Alexander the Great was a Roman emperor who ruled over Europe. He only lost one battle in his entire military career. He died at the age of 35.

• Alexander the Great was a Chinese emperor who built the Great Wall of China. He only ruled for 20 years. He died at the age of 38.

• Alexander the Great was a famous Greek philosopher. He had philosophical ideas and teachings. He died at the age of 32.

During a school trip to Greece, Daniel, Michael, and William were discussing the prominent features of Greek Architecture. Can you help them identify the correct features?

• Greek architecture is characterized by its use of domes and arches.

• Greek architecture is characterized by its use of columns, particularly the three orders: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. Other prominent features include the use of pediments, friezes, and entablatures, as well as the emphasis on symmetry and proportion.

• Greek architecture does not emphasize the use of columns or symmetry.

• Greek architecture is known for its asymmetrical designs.

Henry, Avery, and Daniel are having a debate in their philosophy class. They are discussing the lasting impact of Plato. How would you describe it?

• Plato's lasting impact is primarily in the field of mathematics.

• Plato's lasting impact is negligible and has no significance.

• Plato's lasting impact is seen in his philosophical ideas and teachings.

• Plato's lasting impact is limited to his own time and has no relevance today.

During a school debate, Olivia argued that Socrates is

• a character from Greek mythology. He is the god of war

• a philosopher from the Renaissance period, and wrote several plays on love

• a famous painter from the Baroque era. He painted the Mona Lisa.

• he is considered one of the founders of Western philosophy and his emphasis on questions and answers

During a history class, the teacher was discussing a famous personality. The teacher mentioned that this person's lasting impacts include his contributions to philosophy, logic, biology, and ethics. He laid the foundation for Western philosophy and his ideas continue to influence various fields of study. William, Luna, and Mia were intrigued to learn that he was the teacher of Alexander the Great.

• The person being described is Plato.

• The person being described is Aristotle.

• The person being described is Confucius.

• The person being described is Socrates.

David, Elijah, and Benjamin are participating in a school play about Alexander the Great. In the play, what impact is shown that Alexander the Great left on Greek culture?

• The play shows that Alexander the Great spread Greek culture and influenced the development of Hellenistic culture.

• The play shows that Alexander the Great destroyed Greek culture.

• The play shows that Alexander the Great had no impact on Greek culture.

• The play shows that Alexander the Great had a negative impact on Greek culture.