Ancient Greece & Rome Multiple-Choice Quiz

What is an epic poem in Ancient Greece?

• A short story

• A long narrative poem about heroes

• A historical record

• A collection of myths

What was The Iliad about?

• The life of Alexander the Great

• The Trojan War

• The founding of Athens

• Greek philosophers

What is the Odyssey about?

• The journey of Odysseus after the Trojan War

• The construction of the Parthenon

• The life of Homer

• The wars of Sparta

Who was Homer?

• A Greek philosopher

• A Greek poet

• A Greek king

• A Spartan warrior

What does democracy mean in Ancient Greece?

• Rule by a single king

• Rule by the people

• Rule by a council of priests

• Rule by generals

Who were the Mycenaeans?

• Early Greek civilization

• Roman generals

• Spartan warriors

• Greek philosophers

Who was Alexander the Great?

• A Greek poet

• A famous king and conqueror

• A Roman emperor

• A philosopher

What is a city-state?

• A small independent nation

• A colony

• A province of an empire

• A type of government

What was Athens known for?

• Military training

• Democracy and culture

• Epic poems

• Trade with Rome

What was Sparta known for?

• Philosophers

• Military strength and training

• Art and architecture

• Literature