Ancient Greece

What does it mean if a religion is polytheistic?

• It means they believe in one god.

• It means they believe in multiple gods.

• It means they believe in no gods.

Athens was ruled by a form of democracy where all citizens could vote on items related to the city-state. This was called a _______ democracy.

What is the name of the sea that connected the Greek Islands with mainland Greece?

• Adriatic Sea

• Aegean Sea

• Atlantic Ocean

• Ionian Sea

Which of the following best describe a peninsula.

• Land surrounded by water on two sides.

• Land surrounded by water on all sides.

• Land with an elevation of 3,000 feet above sea level.

• Land surrounded by water on 3 sides.

Which of the following best defines the term mythology?

• The study of ancient civilizations

• A collection of fictional stories explaining natural phenomena

• The science of legends and folklore

• The analysis of religious rituals and practices

A ______ god or goddess was believed to have protected and overseen a specific city-state in Ancient Greek times.

The building in this image was used as a temple to worship Athena. It is called the Parthenon. It is still standing and is located on the ______ of Athens.

• council

• assembly

• polis

• acropolis

In Greek mythology, what does the word pantheon mean?

• A sacred temple dedicated to a single god.

• A gathering place for philosophers and scholars to discuss the gods.

• A collection of major gods/goddesses in a particular religion or mythology.

• A type of Greek musical instrument that was used to worship the gods.

What are two reasons why we should consider the Pythagorean Theorem an achievement of Ancient Greece?

Spartan society revolved around training for war because

• warfare was their favorite activity.

• Spartans believed they could not achieve immortality without proving their bravery in battle.

• Spartans wanted to dominate the entire Mediterranean world.

• Spartans feared slave rebellions, and knew military strength would help them succeed.