Ancient Greek Contributions and Society

Miss Sherman discusses the contributions and adaptations of ancient Greece, focusing on architecture, sports, government, and environmental adaptations. Greek architecture introduced columns, sports like the Olympics and marathons have ancient origins, and their direct democracy influenced modern governance. Greeks adapted to their geography and climate through innovations like terrace farming and selecting suitable crops.

What is the definition of a contribution as discussed in the video?

• The act of taking something from someone else

• The act of giving or doing something for someone else

• The act of observing something

• The act of creating something new

What architectural feature did the ancient Greeks contribute?

• Domes

• Flying buttresses

• Columns

• Arches

The ancient Olympic Games were originally held in which location?

• Olympia

• Sparta

• Delphi

• Athens

What event inspired the modern marathon?

• A royal wedding

• A battle victory

• A religious festival

• A peace treaty

What type of government did the ancient Greeks develop?

• Republic

• Direct democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

Who was allowed to vote in ancient Greek direct democracy?

• Slaves

• All citizens

• Only women

• Men born in Greece

How did the ancient Greeks adapt to their mountainous geography?

• By using terrace farming

• By creating large flat fields

• By building skyscrapers

• By constructing tunnels

What type of animals did the ancient Greeks raise due to their rocky terrain?

• Sheep and goats

• Camels and llamas

• Cows and horses

• Pigs and chickens

Which crops were commonly grown by the ancient Greeks in their dry environment?

• Rice and corn

• Wheat, olives, figs, and grapes

• Potatoes and tomatoes

• Bananas and pineapples

What was one of the main uses of boats by the ancient Greeks?

• For leisure cruises

• For fishing, traveling, and trading

• For military invasions

• For transporting livestock