Ancient Greece: Athens and Sparta Assessment

Where was Athens located in ancient Greece?

• On the Peloponnesian Peninsula
• Near the Aegean Sea in central Greece
• Inland on plains surrounded by mountains
• On the coast of the Black Sea

Which city-state was known for its focus on military strength and obedience?

• Corinth
• Thebes
• Athens
• Sparta

In Spartan society, what were the Helots?

• Full citizens
• Artisans and merchants
• Non-citizens who were serfs or enslaved
• Members of the ruling class

Which goddess was believed to be the protector of Athens?

• Hera
• Artemis
• Aphrodite
• Athena

What type of government did Athens develop?

• Monarchy
• Oligarchy
• Democracy
• Theocracy

Which of the following was NOT a principle of Athenian democracy?

• Citizenship
• Civic participation
• Rule of law
• Universal suffrage

What was the name of the alliance led by Athens to protect against Persian attacks?

• Peloponnesian League
• Delian League
• Hellenic Alliance
• Attic Confederation

Who conquered much of Greece by 338 BCE?

• Alexander the Great
• King Philip II of Macedonia
• Pericles
• Leonidas

What was the impact of Alexander the Great's empire on Greek culture?

• It was completely eradicated
• It remained confined to Greece
• It spread throughout much of the ancient world
• It was only adopted in Egypt

How did the growth of Alexander's empire affect markets?

• It led to a decline in trade
• It encouraged a return to the barter system
• It fostered growth and specialization
• It had no significant impact on commerce