HT06L01: The Early Years of Greek Civilization

What did city-states have that other cities did not?

• large marketplaces

• impressive acropolises

• independent governments

• mountain barriers

In Greek city-state governments, voting was open to

• free men born in that city-state.

• all men born in that city-state.

• all adults born in that city-state.

• all free men, regardless of birth.

Which aspect of physical geography most influenced the development of city-states in Greece?

• the sea

• the location near Asia and Africa

• the climate

• the mountains

Which feature of Greece's geography explains the ancient Greeks' need for trade?

• the mountainous landscape

• the dry summer climate

• the location along the seacoast

• the location along the boundary between Asia and Europe

Answer explanation

The dry water made impossible to grow gains and produce enough food. The Greeks had to trade and buy food.

Which sentence best describes the relationship between the Minoans and Mycenaeans?

• The Minoans defeated the Mycenaeans.

• Minoan culture was influenced by the Mycenaeans.

• Mycenaean culture was influenced by the Minoans.

• The Mycenaeans defeated the Minoans.