Classical Civilizations Quiz

Which civilization developed in the Mediterranean and Asia after the river valley era?

• Greece

• India

• China

• Egypt

What was the first major classical civilization?

• China

• Greece

• Africa

• Rome

What percentage of Greece was covered by mountains?

• 75%

• 25%

• 90%

• 50%

Which city-state had a direct democracy as its form of government?

• Rome

• Athens

• Thebes

• Sparta

Who was the king of the gods in Greek mythology?

• Zeus

• Ares

• Apollo

• Athena

Which philosopher encouraged his students to examine their beliefs using the Socratic method?

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Hera

What did Spartan society focus on?

• Freedom & learning

• Trade & commerce

• Military strength

• Agriculture

What was the cause of the rivalry between Athens and Sparta?

• Cultural exchange

• Religious differences

• Territorial disputes

• Economic competition

Which city-state emerged victorious in the Peloponnesian War?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Thebes

What weakened the Greeks overall despite Sparta's victory in the Peloponnesian War?

• The war itself

• Cultural decline

• Military defeat

• Economic collapse