CSA 9 Ancient Greece

What was a primary role of citizens in ancient Greek city-states?

• they composed music for city festivals

• they served as judges in legal disputes

• they participated in the assembly and voted on laws

• they were responsible for building temples

Which two civilizations significantly influenced early mainland Greek culture?

• Egyptians and Romans

• Minoans and Mycenaeans

• Persians and Egyptians

• Romans and Persians

In ancient Greek city-states, who typically held the most power under an oligarchic system?

• common citizens

• foreign diplomats

• wealthy elite

• military leaders

What were some characteristics of Athenian democracy? Choose the TWO correct answers.

• It was based on the principle of majority rule for decision making.

• Only male citizens over the age of 18 could participate.

• Citizens voted directly on legislation and executive bills.

• Military service was a prerequisite for participation in the assembly.

Why was ancient Athens able to successfully implement a direct democracy system?

• Due to the large territories it controlled.

• Because of the high literacy rate among citizens.

• Because of the smaller, more manageable size of its citizen population.

• The influence of military leaders on political decisions.

In what way did the political structure of Sparta contrast with that of Athens?

• Athens practiced direct democracy while Sparta was ruled by two kings.

• Only Athens had a system of juries and courts.

• Sparta allowed all inhabitants to participate in government, unlike Athens.

• Athens was a monarchy, whereas Sparta was a democracy.

Which of the following roles were performed by the Spartan gerousia? Choose the TWO correct answers.

• managed day-to-day political tasks

• conducted the public education system

• made sure the kings ruled fairly

• oversaw the treasury and financial matters

In ancient Greece, which city-state was known for granting women the most rights and freedoms?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Delphi

What were the primary differences between the educational systems of Sparta and Athens? Select the TWO correct answers.

• Athenian education focused on the arts and philosophy, while Spartan education emphasized military training.

• Spartan education was available for both boys and girls, while Athenian education was primarily for boys.

• Athens had formal schools for higher education, while Sparta's education was conducted within military barracks.

• Spartan children were taught at home by their mothers, while Athenian children attended public schools.

According to the map, Greek culture spread to which locations? Choose 2.

• India
• Egypt
• China
• Italy