Ancient Greece Notes Quiz

In which ways were the people of Ancient Greece affected by their geography. Select all that apply.

• had a hard time finding water in the surrounding desert

• traded for food because of a lack of farmland

• got food from the sea

• became expert sailors

• isolated city-states

Why are the Minoans NOT considered Greek by historians?

• they weren't very friendly

• they didn't speak Greek

• they lived on an island

What geographical feature significantly influenced the development of distinct cultures in ancient Greece?

• large rivers

• plains

• mountains & seas

• desert

Which civilization is known for being excellent sailors and traders in ancient Greece?

• The Athenians

• The Romans

• The Spartans

• The Minoans

What led to the decline of the Minoan civilization?

• a massive earthquake

• overfishing

• 
  Invasion by the Mycenaeans

• A volcanic eruption

How did Theseus manage to navigate the Labyrinth and defeat the Minotaur?

• he had a compass

• he followed a trail of breadcrumbs

• 
  he used a ball of yarn

• he used a map

Which of these is NOT true about the geography of Ancient Greece?

• 
  Greece is made up of small islands and peninsulas

• Greece is rocky and mountainous

• 
  Greece had a lot of good farmland

• 
  The mountains and seas isolated Greek city-states

Which three bodies of water surround Greece?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Aegean Sea

• 
  Yellow Sea

• 
  Ionian Sea

What type of government was formed when the rich landowners took over in Athens?

• monarchy

• oligarchy

• 
  a republic

• 
  democracy

What is a key difference between Athenian democracy and the democracy practiced in the United States?

• In Athens, every law had to be voted on by all citizens

• 
  Athenian democracy allowed for less citizen participation

• 
  
  The U.S. is a direct democracy while Athens was a representative democracy

• 
  In Athens everyone could vote