Influence of Geography on Greek History

What effect did the rugged terrain have on Greek cities?

• It facilitated communication.

• It made them wealthy.

• It hindered communication.

• It encouraged farming.

Which civilization flourished on the island of Crete by 2000 BC?

• Roman

• Minoan

• Egyptian

• Persian

What does the grand palace of Knossos indicate about the Minoans?

• Their military strength

• Their wealth and achievement

• Their religious beliefs

• Their artistic skills

What was the capital city of the Minoan civilization?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Knossos

• Delphi

According to Greek legend, who did the Mycenaeans go to war against?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Troy

• Corinth

What role did Greek mythology play during the Homeric Age?

• It was a minor influence.

• It played a dominant role.

• It was not present.

• It was only a local tradition.

Who was Zeus in Greek mythology?

• The god of the sea.

• The king of gods and man.

• The god of the underworld.

• The god of war.

What city was Athena the patron of?

• Sparta.

• Corinth.

• Athens.

• Delphi.

To whom are the epic poems The Iliad and The Odyssey attributed?

• Virgil

• Ovid

• Homer

• Hesiod

What athletic contests began as an attempt to please the Greek gods through physical prowess?

• The Olympic games

• The Roman games

• The Spartan races

• The Athenian festivals