Study Aid Quiz #2: Ancient Greece

How did the geography of Greece lead to city-states?

• There were a lot of islands so people could not unify.

• There were a lot of mountains so people could not unify.

• Too many seas around to unify.

Why did the Greeks have colonies?

• To grow food

• To expand there empire

• To see more of the world

• To meet new people

What is a polis?

• A Greek citizen

• A Greek weapon

• A Greek city-state

• A Greek leader

Name the two civilizations that were the first people to settle in Greece.

• Athens and Sparta

• Minoans and Mycenaeans

• Thebes and Athens

• Minoans and Sparta

What is an acropolis?

• A high, fortified area in ancient Greek cities, often a religious center.
• A type of ancient Greek pottery.
• A downtown market place.

• A popular Greek dish made with cheese.

What is a monarchy?

• A monarchy is a type of democracy where citizens vote on laws.
• A monarchy is a system where power is shared among multiple leaders.
• A monarchy is a government run by elected officials.
• A monarchy is a form of government led by a single ruler, the monarch, often hereditary.

What is an oligarchy?

• A government run by a single leader.
• A government controlled by a small group of people.
• A system where all citizens vote on every issue.
• A type of democracy with multiple parties.

What is the term used to describe a government taken over by force, but is supported by the people?

• Tyranny

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

What is a government where ordinary people have a say in how they are ruled called?

• Democracy
• Dictatorship
• Oligarchy
• Monarchy

Explain why the ancient Greeks wrote myths.

• To entertain audiences with stories of heroes and gods.
• To document historical events and figures accurately.
• To serve as a form of early scientific research.
• The ancient Greeks wrote myths to explain natural phenomena, convey moral lessons, and preserve cultural traditions.