Quiz Study Guide on Warring City-States

What is the meaning of the term "Acropolis" in ancient Greece?

• A government ruled by a king or queen

• A fortified hilltop where citizens gathered

• A military formation of foot soldiers

• A series of wars between Greeks and Persians

Which form of government is ruled by a few powerful people?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Aristocracy

Who were the Helots in ancient Greece?

• Spartan slaves

• Athenian soldiers

• Persian merchants

• Greek philosophers

What was the role of tyrants in ancient Greece?

• They were considered harsh and cruel

• They worked for the interests of ordinary people

• They were elected by citizens

• They ruled with the consent of the nobility

What was Draco known for in ancient Athens?

• Introducing democracy

• Developing a harsh legal code

• Organizing citizens into social classes

• Creating the Council of Five Hundred

What reform did Solon introduce in Athens?

• He upheld debt slavery

• He allowed only the wealthy to participate in politics

• He outlawed debt slavery

• He created the Council of Five Hundred

What was the purpose of the Council of Five Hundred created by Cleisthenes?

• To propose laws and debate

• To enforce military discipline

• To manage trade and commerce

• To oversee religious ceremonies

Who were excluded from citizenship in Athens?

• Free adult male property owners

• Women, slaves, and foreigners

• Members of the Council of Elders

• Military leaders

At what age did children in Sparta begin military training?

• 5

• 7

• 10

• 12

What was the main focus of the military in Sparta?

• Strong Navy

• Delian League

• Military power for security and protection

• Trade and commerce