Greek Civilization Quiz

Which natural feature primarily shaped Greek civilization?

• Rivers

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Sea

What percentage of Ancient Greece was covered with mountains?

• 50%

• 60%

• 75%

• 80%

What percentage of Greece's land was suitable for farming?

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

• 30%

Why was Greece not suitable for large irrigation projects?

• Lack of water

• Stony terrain

• Frequent droughts

• High temperatures

Who were the Mycenaeans?

• A group from the Steppes of Asia

• A tribe from Northern Europe

• A civilization from the Americas

• A dynasty from ancient China

What was a key feature of Mycenae's defense?

• A moat surrounding the city

• A 20-foot thick protective wall

• A series of watchtowers

• A fleet of warships

Which civilization did the Mycenaeans come into contact with after 1500 BCE?

• The Egyptians

• The Babylonians

• The Minoans

• The Romans

What did the Mycenaeans learn from the Minoans?

• Farming techniques

• Seaborne trade

• Metalworking skills

• Architectural styles

During which period did strong rulers dominate Mycenae?

• 2000-1500 BCE

• 1600-1100 BCE

• 1000-500 BCE

• 500-0 BCE

What did the Greek soldiers do inside the Trojan Horse?

• They delivered a peace treaty

• They hid until nightfall

• They planted crops

• They built a fortress