The Broader Landscape of Classical Greece Beyond Athenian Dominance

The video explores the dominance of Athens in Ancient Greece, highlighting its cultural and political influence. It discusses the rise and challenges of the polis system, the Persian threat, and the Peloponnesian War. The aftermath of the war led to Spartan hegemony, but instability allowed Macedon to rise. Despite political turmoil, the 300s BC saw significant cultural growth, laying the foundation for Hellenism.

Which city-state is credited with the invention of democracy?

• Sparta

• Athens

• Corinth

• Thebes

What was the primary unit of Greek civilization during the 700s BC?

• Tribe

• Kingdom

• Empire

• City-state (polis)

What was the main consequence of the Peloponnesian War for Athens?

• Victory over Sparta

• Loss of its empire

• Expansion of its empire

• Alliance with Persia

Which city-state emerged as the dominant power in Greece after the Peloponnesian War?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Thebes

• Corinth

What strategy did Persia use to maintain influence over Greek city-states?

• Direct conquest

• Cultural assimilation

• Trade embargoes

• Financial support for conflicts

Which battle marked a significant defeat for Sparta at the hands of Thebes?

• Battle of Marathon

• Battle of Salamis

• Battle of Thermopylae

• Battle of Mantinea

Who became king of Macedon and conquered Greece at its weakest point?

• Xerxes

• Philip II

• Alexander the Great

• Demosthenes

Which philosopher is known for formalizing medicine in Ancient Greece?

• Aristotle

• Hippocrates

• Plato

• Socrates

What was a key cultural development in Greece during the 300s BC?

• Collapse of architecture

• End of oratory

• Rise of new comedy

• Decline of philosophy

What was the lasting impact of the classical period on Greek culture?

• Complete cultural decline

• Isolation from other cultures

• Preservation of civic life

• Expansion and adaptation of culture