Ancient Greece & Rome Quiz

An oligarchy is a form of government in which:

• a single person holds all the power

• a small group of people hold all the power

• the citizens directly participate in decision-making

• the military controls the government

Describe the Greek Gods.

Give an example of a philosopher.

Classical Period - How did Greece flourish? Provide 2 examples.

Hellenism and the role of Alexander the Great can be explained as:

• A cultural blend of Greek, Persian, Egyptian, and Indian influences initiated by Alexander the Great.

• A period of Roman dominance in the Mediterranean region.

• The spread of Christianity throughout Europe.

• The establishment of the Byzantine Empire.

What did it mean to be Greek in the ancient world?

• To be a citizen of a Greek city-state

• To speak the Greek language

• To participate in Greek culture and religion

• All of the above

Slavery in ancient Athens was:

• Abolished

• Non-existent

• A common practice

• Illegal

Name and explain two tools of democracy in Athens.

• The Assembly and The Council

• The Senate and The House

• The Parliament and The Cabinet

• The Court and The Jury

How did the government/society of Athens influence the U.S.?

• Through its democratic principles

• By its military strategies

• Via its architectural styles

• Through its economic policies

Who was considered a citizen in ancient Athens, and who was not?

• Only free men born in Athens were considered citizens; women, slaves, and foreigners were not.

• All residents of Athens, including women and slaves, were considered citizens.

• Only those who owned land in Athens were considered citizens; everyone else was not.

• Anyone who lived in Athens for more than five years was considered a citizen.