Influence of Greek and Roman Civilizations on the United States

What is the influence of the civilizations of Greece and Rome on the United States most evident in?

• The design of digital technology

• The style of ancient Greece or Rome in national buildings and monuments

• The food and cuisine preferences

• The modern educational curriculum

Which building in the United States is specifically mentioned as being inspired by the Parthenon?

• The Capitol

• The White House

• The United States Supreme Court Building

• The Jefferson Memorial

According to the text, what other aspect of American society has been influenced by ancient Greek and Roman cultures besides architecture?

• Sports and entertainment

• Political institutions

• Technological advancements

• Fashion and clothing styles

What does the term 'classical' refer to in the context of the text?

• A style of modern art

• A genre of music

• Belonging to, or in the style of, ancient Greece or Rome

• A type of scientific method

What is the definition of 'culture' as provided in the vocabulary section?

• A country's political system

• A society's way of living, including beliefs, customs, art, and achievements

• The study of ancient languages

• The natural environment of a region

On what was the architectural style of the Supreme Court building in Washington, DC, based?

• Modern architecture

• Gothic architecture

• Classical architecture

• Art Deco architecture

What did the early leaders of the United States want to avoid in their government that was present in the Roman Empire?

• A government with checks and balances

• A government with elected officials

• A government with absolute rule by emperors

• A government with a mixed structure

Which ancient civilization's idea of democracy was borrowed by the United States?

• The Romans

• The Greeks

• The Egyptians

• The Persians

What is the origin of the division of our day into a.m. and p.m.?

• The Greeks

• The Egyptians

• The Romans

• The Persians

What does the month of July get its name from?

• A Roman god

• A Greek leader

• A Roman leader

• A Roman senator