WH 4 Greek History and Culture Test/Finals Question

Who is considered the father of democracy in Athens?

• Pericles

• Socrates

• Cleisthenes

• Alexander the Great

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

• Athens

• Corinth

• Thebes

• Sparta

What type of government was practiced in Athens during its Golden Age?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

Who was the famous Greek philosopher who taught Alexander the Great?

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Pythagoras

What was the name of the war fought between Athens and Sparta?

• The Persian War

• The Trojan War

• The Peloponnesian War

• The Punic War

Which Greek hero is known for his 12 labors, including slaying the Nemean Lion?

• Theseus

• Achilles

• Hercules

• Perseus

What was the primary focus of Greek theater?

• Comedy

• Tragedy

• History

• Music

Which architectural style is characterized by columns with scroll-like capitals?

• Doric

• Ionic

• Corinthian

• Gothic

What significant event is celebrated during the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece?

• The defeat of the Persians

• Religious festivals in honor of Zeus

• The founding of Athens

• The anniversary of the Trojan War

Who was the famous Greek philosopher who taught Alexander the Great?

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Epicurus