Panoràmica de la història de Grècia

Which two significant civilizations existed in the Aegean region before the rise of Ancient Greece?

• Egyptian and Mesopotamian

• Minoan and Mycenaean

• Phoenician and Carthaginian

• Roman and Persian

What was a key characteristic of the Greek city-states, known as Polis?

• They were all united under a single king.

• Each Polis was independent and included surrounding territories for agriculture and resources.

• They were primarily focused on maritime trade and had no agricultural land.

• They were ruled by a council of priests.

In Greek mythology, who was the god of the sea?

• Zeus

• Hades

• Poseidon

• Apollo

What were the primary reasons for the Greeks to establish colonies across the Mediterranean?

• To conquer new lands and expand their empire.

• To escape conflicts, poverty, and seek new opportunities through trade.

• To spread their religion and convert other civilizations.

• To find new sources of fresh water and fertile river valleys.

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Which political system involved citizens gathering in an assembly to debate and make decisions?

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

Who were considered citizens in ancient Greek society, eligible to vote and participate in the assembly?

• Women and children

• Adult men who were sons of citizens

• Foreigners (metics)

• Slaves

Which Greek column style is characterized by being simple, austere, and thick?

• Ionic

• Corinthian

• Doric

• Tuscan

What were the two main alliances that fought against each other in the Peloponnesian War?

• Persian Empire vs. Greek city-states

• Delian League (led by Athens) vs. Peloponnesian League (led by Sparta)

• Macedonian Empire vs. Persian Empire

• Athenian Empire vs. Spartan Empire