Ancient Greek Civilization Quiz

What was the main form of military formation used by hoplites?

• Circular formation

• Loose formation

• Phalanx

• Triangle formation

Who were considered the first Greeks? (This group had a really angry bull)

• Phoenecians

• Minoans

• Macedonians

• Spartans

What does the owl symbolize in Greek culture?

• Strength

• Wisdom

• Speed

• Courage

What was the response of the Spartans to Xerxes' demand to lay down their weapons at the Battle of Thermopylae?

• They fought to the death

• They fled

• They negotiated

• They surrendered

What was the form of government in Athens around the 6th century B.C.E.?

• Democracy

• Tyranny

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

Who is considered the father of democracy in Athens?

• Cleisthenes

• Solon

• Xerxes

• Leonidas

What was the response of the Spartans to Xerxes' demand to lay down their weapons at the Battle of Thermopylae?

• They fled

• They negotiated

• They fought to the death

• They surrendered

What was the main profession of Spartan males?

• Farming

• Trading

• Soldiers

• Craftsmanship

What was the main focus of Spartan society?

• Agriculture

• Education

• Military

• Trade

What was the primary role of women in Spartan society?

• They were primarily homemakers

• They were allowed to participate in military

• They were involved in politics

• They were not allowed to work