Ancient Greece Geography Reading w/ Questions

What geographical feature contributed to the development of individual communities in ancient Greece?

• The dense forests

• The vast deserts

• The mountainous terrain

• The large rivers

What percentage of the land on the Greek peninsula could be farmed?

• 50%

• 20%

• 75%

• 10%

Which of the following was NOT a crop grown by ancient Greek farmers?

• Rice

• Barley

• Wheat

• Olives

Why were rivers not reliable for transportation in ancient Greece?

• They dried up in summer and overflowed in winter

• They were too narrow

• They were too deep

• They were infested with dangerous animals

What was a major reason for the ancient Greeks setting up colonies in North Africa and Asia?

• To spread their religion

• To find new lands for settlement

• To escape from invaders

• To control the import of grains and other foods

What natural feature provided a system of defense for ancient Greek city-states?

• The deserts

• The wide rivers

• The mountains

• The dense forests

Which sea did the main Greek peninsula jut out into?

• The Caspian Sea

• The Mediterranean Sea

• The Black Sea

• The Red Sea

What was a significant impact of the Greek coastline on its civilization?

• It made them outstanding fishermen and sailors

• It made them excellent farmers

• It isolated them from other cultures

• It provided abundant fresh water

What was the climate like in the lowlands of ancient Greece?

• Rainy all year round

• Hot and dry summers, mild and windy winters

• Cold and snowy

• Humid and tropical

What was a major challenge for land travel in ancient Greece?

• Lack of horses

• Dense forests

• Numerous mountains

• Wide rivers