Ancient Greece 101

What was a major reason for the expansion of the Greek Empire?

• To find new foods

• To escape natural disasters

• To spread their culture

• To establish colonies

What was one of the key achievements of Ancient Greece?

• Creation of the internet

• Development of Democracy

• Discovery of electricity

• Invention of the wheel

What was the political structure of Ancient Greece primarily composed of?

• City-States

• Unified Empire

• Federal Republic

• Single monarchy

Where was democracy first developed in Ancient Greece?

• Sparta

• Athens

• Thebes

• Troy

Which was a reason for the Greeks' military engagements?

• To defend against invaders

• To expand territory

• To unite city-states

• To win the olympic games

What inspired the creation of the Olympics in Ancient Greece?

• War heroes

• Philosophical debates

• Art competitions

• Religious festivals

Which type of art was mentioned as a contribution of Ancient Greece?

• Reliefs

• Paintings

• Columns

• Sculptures

What aspect of Greek culture influenced the ancient Romans?

• Their religious beliefs

• Their musical instruments

• Their cooking style

• Their clothing style

Which field did Greek philosophy directly influence?

• Politics

• Science

• Sports

• Ethics

How old is the Ancient Greek language estimated to be?

• 1,000 years

• 3,400 years

• 2,200 years

• 5,000 years