Ancient Greece Homework Check

What was the main cause of the Peloponnesian War?

• The rivalry between Athens and Persia over control of the Aegean Sea.

• The rise of Spartan military dominance in the Mediterranean.

• The struggle between Athens and Sparta for power and influence in Greece.

• The Egyptian invasion of Greece and its city-states.

What occurred during the Hellenistic Era (323 to 30 BCE)?

• The unification of the Greek city-states under Athenian rule.

• The spread of Greek culture and influence across Asia, Africa, and the Mediterranean.

• The rise of the Persian Empire as the dominant power in Europe and the Mediterranean.

• The decline of Greek culture due to the conquests of Alexander the Great.

This conflict was between small, divided city-states AGAINST the world's largest empire of the time, and it was fought over patterns of expansion (land!):

• Peloponnesian Wars

• Mesopotamian Era Conflicts

• Babylonian Battles

• Greco-Persian Wars

How did the Greek peninsula shape the development of the Greek city-states?

• It allowed for easy unification of all city-states under a single government.

• Its flat, expansive terrain made large-scale agriculture the basis of the economy.

• Its mountainous landscape led to the isolation of city-states, fostering independence.

• The peninsula's central location enabled Greece to conquer surrounding empires.

What are the correct attributes or characteristics of the city-states of Athens and Sparta?

• Athens focused on military training, while Sparta valued democracy and the arts.

• Athens emphasized education, philosophy, and democracy, while Sparta prioritized military discipline and oligarchy.

• Sparta had a strong naval fleet, while Athens had a powerful land army.

• Sparta was known for its cultural achievements, while Athens was famous for its warrior society.

Correctly identify the locations of #1 and #2 on the map:

• #1 = Adriatic Sea

  AND

  #2 = Athens

• #1 = Ionian Sea

  AND

  #2 = Sparta

• #1 = Black Sea

  AND

  #2 = Delos

• #1 = Aegean Sea

  AND

  #2 = Crete