Ancient Greece Unit Quiz

What geographical feature greatly influenced the development of city-states in Ancient Greece?

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Plains

• Lakes

Which sea surrounded Ancient Greece on three sides?

• Aegean Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

• Red Sea

• Black Sea

What was the fundamental political unit of Ancient Greece?

• Empire

• City-state

• Kingdom

• Colony

Which city-state was known for its emphasis on military strength and discipline?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Thebes

What was the form of government in Athens?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Autocracy

Who was the king of the gods in Greek mythology?

• Poseidon

• Apollo

• Zeus

• Hades

Which goddess was associated with wisdom, handicrafts, and warfare strategy?

• Aphrodite

• Athena

• Hera

• Artemis

Which hero defeated the monstrous Gorgon Medusa?

• Perseus

• Hercules

• Theseus

• Odysseus

Who was the goddess of love and beauty in Greek mythology?

• Demeter

• Athena

• Hera

• Aphrodite

Which philosopher is considered the father of Western philosophy?

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Plato

• Pythagoras