Exploring the Economy of Ancient Greece

The video explores the economy of Ancient Greece, focusing on natural resources, production, trade, and transportation. It highlights how Greeks adapted to limited farmable land by raising animals and cultivating drought-resistant crops. The strategic location of Greece facilitated trade with regions like Egypt, Rome, and India. An interactive game helps viewers track trade goods, emphasizing the economic motivation behind Greek trade practices.

What does the term 'economy' mean in a historical context?

• The art of ancient craftsmanship

• How civilizations earn money through trade and services

• The study of ancient currencies

• The process of building and maintaining empires

What percentage of land in Greece was farmable?

• 50%

• 20%

• 30%

• 75%

Which of the following animals was NOT raised by the Ancient Greeks?

• Goats

• Cows

• Sheep

• Pigs

What were Greek artisans known for making?

• Metal weapons

• Silk garments

• Clay jars

• Wooden toys

Which product became a specialty from Greece?

• Honey

• Olive oil

• Wheat

• Cotton

With which of these did Ancient Greece NOT trade?

• Rome

• China

• India

• Egypt

What was the final destination of the sheep in the trade game?

• Egypt

• Rome

• Mesopotamia

• Africa

Where did the pottery end up in the trade game?

• Rome

• Egypt

• Africa

• Mesopotamia

What motivates people to make money according to the video?

• To buy luxury items

• To grow crops and trade

• To travel the world

• To gain power

What is encouraged at the end of the video?

• To study ancient languages

• To reflect on personal money motivations

• To start a business

• To visit Greece