Chapter 9, Sec. 1 Review (Ancient Greece)

Which activity enabled the spread of Minoan civilization from Crete to Greece and other Aegean islands?

• agriculture

• bull-leaping

• metal-work

• sea trade

Which class of people earned fine houses and lands to rule in exchange for their service?

• artisans

• merchants

• priests

• warriors

Who was Homer?

• A Minoan king who ruled Knossos

• A Mycenaean warrior who conquered Crete

• A Greek poet who wrote the Iliad

• A Trojan prince who started a war with Greece

Which statement describes early Greek city-states?

• They each developed their own system of government.

• They each experimented with different forms of monarchy.

• They each identified themselves as Greek.

• They each had their own language and cultural traditions.

What circumstance led to war among city-states from 750 to 550 B.C.?

• competition for trade

• conflicting political systems

• different religious practices

• scarcity of resources

What did Greek city-states do to relieve overpopulation?

• began farming

• built larger cities

• established colonies

• expanded trade

How have the Iliad and the Odyssey contributed to our understanding of ancient Greece?

• They give us an idea of the types of entertainment ancient Greeks enjoyed.

• Homer's epic poems combine mythology and history to give insight into historical events and early religious beliefs in ancient Greece.

How did geography affect ancient Greek city-states?

• They all considered themselves to be Greeks, no matter which part of Greece or which city-state they were in.

• Geography made travel difficult.

• Geography kept city-states largely separate from each other. They developed independently with different laws and forms of government.

• Geography determined their diet and natural resources, which affected everything else.

What was the primary purpose of the Olympic Games in ancient Greece?

• To celebrate the harvest season.

• To honor the gods, particularly Zeus.

• To mark the beginning of the new year.

• To strengthen alliances between city-states.

What was the primary function of the Agora in ancient Greek city-states?

• It served as a residential area for the elite.

• It was the central marketplace and a place for citizens to gather and discuss affairs.

• It was used exclusively for religious ceremonies.

• It was the military training ground.