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The Trojan War: Myth or Reality?

The Trojan War: Myth or Reality?

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video explores the legendary Trojan War, its influence on ancient and modern cultures, and the historical and archaeological evidence supporting its existence. It delves into the Late Bronze Age, focusing on the Acheans and Hittites, and examines the city of Wilusa, believed to be Troy. Hittite texts and archaeological findings, including excavations by Schliemann and others, provide insights into the possible historical basis of the Trojan War.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons the Trojan War is still influential today?

It is a central theme in many modern movies.

It was a real historical event.

It was the first war recorded in history.

It has inspired names for cities and sports teams.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two powers are highlighted in the context of the late Bronze Age?

The Romans and the Egyptians

The Babylonians and the Assyrians

The Acheans and the Hittites

The Persians and the Greeks

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the city Wilusa in the context of the Trojan War?

It was the birthplace of Alexander the Great.

It is believed to be the historical city of Troy.

It was a major trading hub in Mesopotamia.

It was the capital of the Hittite Empire.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which text is associated with a call for an alliance between the Hittites and Wilusa?

The Assuwa Rebellion Text

The Alaksandu Treaty

The Tawagalawa Letter

The Treaty of Kadesh

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Eric Schliemann's contribution to the search for Troy?

He wrote the Iliad and the Odyssey.

He discovered the city of Mycenae.

He excavated the site believed to be ancient Troy.

He translated the Hittite clay tablets.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which layer of the city did Wilhelm Dörpfeld identify as a candidate for Homeric Troy?

Troy II

Troy I

Troy VI

Troy IX

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What evidence suggests that Troy VII was destroyed by invaders?

The absence of any fortifications.

The discovery of arrowheads and sling stones.

The presence of a large earthquake fault line.

The lack of any human remains.

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