Quiz on the Greek culture

What is the capital city of Greece?

• Thessaloniki

• Athens

• Rhodes

• Sparta

Which sea lies to the east of mainland Greece?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Adriatic Sea

• Aegean Sea

• Black Sea

Who is the Parthenon dedicated to?

• Zeus

• Poseidon

• Athena

• Apollo

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Who is considered the "Father of Medicine" in Greece?

• Socrates

• Hippocrates

• Aristotle

• Plato

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Which island is famous for its white-washed buildings with blue domes?

• Crete

• Santorini

• Mykonos

• Corfu

What is the name of the famous Greek epic written by Homer?

• The Aeneid

• The Odyssey

• The Republic

• Metamorphoses

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In Greek mythology, who is the god of the sea?

• Zeus

• Poseidon

• Hades

• Apollo

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What is the national dish of Greece?

• Sushi

• Tacos

• Moussaka

• Curry

What type of columns are a key feature of ancient Greek architecture?

• Tuscan

• Baroque

• Doric, Ionic, Corinthian

• Gothic

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What is the Greek word for "thank you"?

• Yassas

• Efcharistó

• Kaliméra

• Opa

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