Ch 8 Greek Culture

What were the Greek gods and goddesses like?

• Powerful and immortal beings

• Mortal and weak beings

• Ordinary humans

• Animals

Why did the Greeks have festivals and rituals for their gods?

• To honor and appease their gods

• To celebrate seasonal changes

• To promote social gatherings

• To showcase their wealth

Why did the ancient Greeks seek advice from oracles?

• To gain insight into the future and make important decisions

• To learn about the history of their ancestors

• To receive blessings for their crops

• To understand the movements of celestial bodies

Why do you think Aesop’s fables are still told today?

• Because they are entertaining stories.

• Because they contain moral lessons.

• Because they are historical documents.

• Because they are written in a unique language.

Fables usually end with a:

• moral lesson

• cliffhanger

• detailed explanation

• historical fact

Who made up the top group of Plato's ideal government?

• Philosopher-Kings

• Warriors

• Merchants

• Farmers

Identify the father of history and the father of medicine. Both were ancient Greeks. Father of History

• Hippocrates and Herodotus

• Herodotus and Hippocrates

• Socrates and Plato

• Aristotle and Socrates

How did Alexander fulfill his father’s dream?

• By conquering Persia

• By building a strong navy

• By establishing a new capital

• By forming alliances with Greek states

Give two reasons why Alexander was called "Alexander the Great."

• He conquered the Persian Empire and spread Greek culture.

• He was a philosopher and a scientist.

• He was known for his poetry and art.

• He was a famous Roman emperor.

What happened to Alexander’s empire after he died?

• It was divided among his generals.

• It was taken over by the Romans.

• It remained united under his son.

• It was conquered by the Persians.