How did the geography of Greece affect its development?
The could weather prevented any agriculture from succeeding
Natural barriers allowed one strong clan to unite
The mountains and seas caused rival city-states to develops
Intense heat generally forced most outdoor actives inside
What two things did each Greek city-state have in common?
Currency and government
Social structure and topography
Economic base and attitude toward slaves
Religion and language
What was true of ancient Greece?
Cities were built for use as defensive fortresses
The lack of central govt. led to constant tribal warfare.
Limited farmland led to more trade and colonization
The mountains and seas prevented trade
Which of these is NOT a god from Greek mythology?
Aphrodite
Marduk
Zues
Artemis
The Parthenon sits atop the Acropolis & is one of the great ancient sites of the world. Why the Parthenon built?
A monument to the soldiers who died fighting the Persians
It was a meeting place for the citizens of Athens
It was a temple to the goddess Athena
It was a storehouse for grain
Which is a true statement about the democracy of ancient Athens
All citizens were able to vote or hold a political office.
Citizens werent allowed to freely speak their opinion govt
Only the extremely wealthy were able to participate in govt
Every person was able to vote in government
Who decided the laws in Athenian democracy
Elected officlas
Slaves
Citizens
The King
What group was allowed citizenship in Athens
Slaves
Women
Free men
Young children
Which city-state was characterized by strong military discipline,more freedoms for women, and severe treatment of slaves?
Sparta
Athens
Syracuse
Corinth
Which is NOT an accurate description of a type of government used in ancient Greece?
Aristocracy-Rule by wealthy citizens
Tyranny- rule by adult males
Monarchy-Rule by King or royal dynasty
Democracy-rule by common citizens
What war saw a united Athens and Sparta against an Asian foe?
Second Persian War
Trojan War
First Persian War
Peloponnesian War
What did the Persian and Peloponnesian wars indicate about the relationship between Sparta and Athens?
They always fought on the side side of war
They usually fought each other& had long bitter relationship
They were note very successful in war
They sometimes fought with and against each other
Which is the best description of the Delian League?
Trade alliance that linked the Greek City-states w N Africa
A military alliance between Athens&other Greek City-states
Secret agreement amongst philosopher to spread their ideas
Athletic league designed to promote the Greek Athletic Stars
What happened during the Athens during the "Golden Age" of Pericles?
Politics and architecture flourished in the city
Athens became the sole military power in the world
A gold deposit was found in the Athenian foothills
The capital city of the Greek nation was moved to Athens
What was the form of government in Athens during its Golden Age under Pericles?
Aristocracy
Oligarchy
Socialism
Democracy
What philosopher taught that the way to seek truth is through a series of questions and answers?
Thales
Socrates
Plato
Aristotle
