Ancient Greece

What is a person who seizes power in an illegal way called?

• King
• Savage
• Tyrant
• Aristocrat

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Which of the following describes Spartan women?

• They were treated harshly, almost like slaves.
• They mostly fought as soldiers alongside men.
• They were trained to build up their bodies and were allowed to own land.
• All of the above. 

Which of the following statements best describes the citizens of Athens?

• They spoke different languages
• They valued their freedoms and took an active role in government
• They overthrew their government by force.
• They develop the art of war.

Who could participate in the Athenian democracy?

• All adult male citizens and slaves
• All free men and women
• All free, adult male citizens
• Anyone who lived in Athens

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Which of the following is NOT a Greek accomplishment?

• Epics like the Iliad and Odyssey
• inventions such as the first ship and wheel barrow
• competitions like the Olympics
• Contributions to democracy

Which of the following would be an advantage to living in Athens over Sparta?

• Athenian woman had more power in the government.
• Athens valued education more than Sparta.
• Athens had better military training than Sparta.
• Athens had less people involved in the government.

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A great city in Greece, that had an Oligarchy type of Government, taught boys to be good soldiers, and took what they needed from neighbors.

• Sparta 
• Athens 

A Greek Philosopher that taught people use a question and answer way of thinking.

• Socrates 
• Aristotle 

A Government by the people

• Democracy
• Oligarchy 
• Monarchy
• Tyranny 

A Government with the power in the hands of a few wealthy people.

• Oligarchy 
• Tyranny
• Monarchy
• Democracy