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Ancient Greece Test Prep

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 18mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which city-states were the most powerful in Ancient Greece?

a)

Troy and Mycenae

b)

Rome and Carthage

c)

Egypt and Persia

d)

Athens and Sparta

2.

What were the main differences between Athens and Sparta?

a)

The main differences between Athens and Sparta were their languages spoken, their architectural styles, and their artistic preferences.

b)

The main differences between Athens and Sparta were their forms of government, their focus on education and culture, and their military strategies.

c)

The main differences between Athens and Sparta were their population sizes, their social structures, and their trade relations.

d)

The main differences between Athens and Sparta were their geographical locations, their economic systems, and their religious beliefs.

3.

Who were the major gods and goddesses in Greek Mythology?

a)

Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, Apollo, Artemis, Athena, Demeter, Aphrodite, Hermes, and Dionysus

b)

Vishnu, Shiva, Brahma, Kali

c)

Anubis, Ra, Osiris, Horus

d)

Thor, Loki, Odin, Freya

4.

What were the characteristics of Greek art and architecture?

a)

Abstract, chaotic, asymmetrical, irregular, disorganized, random

b)

Minimalistic, plain, simple, unadorned, featureless

c)

Exaggerated, distorted, grotesque, unnatural, deformed

d)

Balance, harmony, proportion, idealized human form, columns, symmetry, mathematical precision

5.

Which city-state was known for its focus on democracy and education?

a)

Athens

b)

Sparta

c)

Rome

d)

Cairo

6.

Which city-state was known for its focus on military strength and discipline?

a)

Athens

b)

Thebes

c)

Sparta

d)

Rome

7.

What were the main themes and stories depicted in Greek mythology?

a)

The main themes and stories depicted in Greek mythology include the creation of the world, the gods and goddesses, the Trojan War, and the adventures of heroes like Hercules and Odysseus.

b)

The main themes and stories depicted in Greek mythology include the creation of the world, the gods and goddesses, the French Revolution, and the adventures of heroes like Hercules and Odysseus.

c)

The main themes and stories depicted in Greek mythology include the creation of the world, the gods and goddesses, the American Revolution, and the adventures of heroes like Hercules and Odysseus.

d)

The main themes and stories depicted in Greek mythology include the creation of the world, the gods and goddesses, the Roman Empire, and the adventures of heroes like Hercules and Odysseus.

8.

Name one famous Greek artwork or architectural structure and describe its significance.

a)

The Eiffel Tower - a famous French landmark

b)

The Great Wall of China - a famous Chinese structure

c)

The Parthenon

d)

The Colosseum - a famous Roman amphitheater

9.
Read the quotation: "You have power over your mind-not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." Marcus Aurelius (Roman Emperor 161-180 CE) Marcus Aurelius' advice suggests that he was most likely influenced by
a)
Socrates
b)
Homer's Odyssey
c)
the Stoics
d)
Aesop's Fables
10.
Which of the following was a result of the independent spirit of the early Greeks?
a)
numerous attempts to unite Greece under one government
b)
frequent wars between city-states
c)
heavy trade between city states
d)
increased efforts to establish Greek colonies overseas
11.
Who benefitted most from oligarchies that governed many Greek city states?
a)
wealthy people
b)
tyrants
c)
citizens
d)
small farmers
12.
Which ruler was most responsible for uniting Greece?
a)
Alexander the Great
b)
Pericles
c)
King Philip
d)
Xerxes
13.
The Parthenon is a great example of
a)
democracy in Athens
b)
architecture in Greece
c)
Sparta's government
d)
military housing
14.
Choose TWO words that best describe Greece, geographically.
a)
mountainous
b)
peninsula
c)
overpopulated
d)
wealthy
15.
Socrates, Plato and Aristotle were all examples of Greek _______________________.
a)
philosophers
b)
scientists
c)
historians
d)
politicians
16.
Which is NOT a Greek god or goddess?
a)
Zeus
b)
Aesop
c)
Artemis
d)
Hades
17.
In which country was the famous city of Alexandria located, that became a great center of learning, attracted scholars from all over the world?
a)
Italy
b)
Greece
c)
Egypt
d)
Ionia
18.
Greeks believe their gods were deities who possessed supernatural powers. These powers were told in stories of these heroes in their culture. This collection of stories are called -
a)
mythology
b)
philosophy
c)
history
d)
religion
19.
The Olympic Games began in Athens and continue to the modern era; they
a)
occur every four years
b)
occur every year
c)
occur every other year
d)
no longer occur
20.

According to ancient Greeks' beliefs, where did most of their major gods live?

a)
in caves deep underground
b)
in the sea
c)
on Mount Olympus
d)
at Delphi on Mount Parnassus
21.
Which of the following tasks were done by Spartan ephors? Choose TWO correct answers.
a)
took care of the day to day government
b)
elected the members of the assembly and the council
c)
made sure the kings and council ruled within the law
d)
managed the military and trained young men to be soldiers
22.
Which group of ancient Greek women had greater freedom?
a)
slave women
b)
Athenian women
c)
metic women
d)
Spartan women
23.
Study the map. What conclusions can be drawn from this map? Select TWO correct answers.
a)
Societies in Italy and Egypt were likely influenced by Greek culture
b)
The majority of Greek colonists never returned to Greece
c)
Greek colonization was an answer to the problem of overpopulation
d)
Sea-based trade helped spread Greek culture
24.
Which sentence is the proper use of the word democracy?
a)
The central American country of Nicaragua has experiemted with democracy but many do not like it because so few people get to voice their opinion in what their government does.
b)
People are happier with a democracy because citizens get the opportunity to participate in their government.
25.
Complete the sentence with the proper word. The military tactic of the ______________ was used by Philip used to help the Macedonians to hold their formations better in time of battle.
a)
phalanx
b)
sarissa
26.

What was the main form of government in ancient Sparta?

a)

Democracy

b)

Monarchy

c)

Oligarchy

d)

Theocracy

27.

Which of the following statements describes a peninsula?

a)

a landform that is completely surrounded by mountains

b)

a landform mostly surrounded by water

c)

a landform that releases lava, ash, and gas

d)

a landform that is slightly smaller than a continent

28.

In this form of government a small group of rich men hold the power, and often the power is inherited from parent to child.

a)

Tyranny

b)

Monarchy

c)

Democracy

d)

Oligarchy

29.

In this form of government power is taken by force, and even though it sounds like it may be bad for the people it often turned out good.

a)

Tyranny

b)

Monarchy

c)

Democracy

d)

Oligarchy

30.

How did mountains affect civilization in ancient Greece?

a)

The Greeks were protected by natural barriers, but the poor soil made it harder to grow crops.

b)

The Greeks thought they were closer to their gods, but they often experienced cold temperatures.

c)

The Greeks invented skiing while on the mountains, but they faced the threat of avalanches.

d)

The Greeks had excellent views to create detailed maps, but they struggled to breathe at high altitudes.

31.

How did the sea affect civilization in ancient Greece?

a)

Many Greeks became cooks, engineers, and pilots, who lived aboard submarines under the sea and protected the coast.

b)

Many Greeks became divers, surfers, and swimmers, who used the sea to prepare for water sports in the Panhellenic Games.

c)

Many Greeks became explorers, marine biologists, and scientists, who studied new underwater environments in the sea.

d)

Many Greeks became fishermen, merchants, and sailors, who found food and traveled to other places along the sea.

32.

Why did the Greeks create their own city-states instead of a united country during ancient history?

a)

Greek communities had a large population that could not be controlled by one government.

b)

Greek communities spoke different languages and had various religious beliefs.

c)

Greek communities were isolated from each other due to the mountains and seas.

d)

Greek communities were not aware that other groups of people lived in the area.

33.

Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were all famous leaders in which academic field of study?

a)

astronomy

b)

geography

c)

history

d)

philosophy

34.

How was Sparta able to win the Peloponnesian War?

a)

The Spartans hid their warriors inside a wooden horse and snuck themselves into Athens.

b)

The Spartans persuaded the Persians to fund their navy and destroyed the Athenian fleet.

c)

The Spartans took several Athenian politicians as hostages and forced a peace treaty.

d)

The Spartans trapped the Athenian people inside of their city and cut off their food supply.

35.

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the role of women in Sparta?

a)

Spartan women completed knitting, sewing, and other crafting projects.

b)

Spartan women completed physical training and could own property.

c)

Spartan women could be elected to serve on the council of elders.

d)

Spartan women often worked in the fields as farmers and laborers.