Greek Civilization Quiz

Why was sea trade important for the Greeks?

• It allowed for cultural exchange and economic prosperity.

• It was the only means of transportation available.

• It helped them conquer new territories.

• It was a tradition passed down from their ancestors.

How did the geography of Greece affect its political development?

• It led to the development of isolated city-states.

• It encouraged the formation of a unified empire.

• It had no significant impact on political structures.

• It resulted in a centralized government.

The climate played a significant role in Greek social and political life by:

• Encouraging outdoor public gatherings and discussions

• Limiting agricultural production due to harsh winters

• Promoting isolation due to frequent storms

• Facilitating trade through frozen waterways

The Mycenaeans were influenced by the Minoans in which of the following ways?

• Through trade and cultural exchange

• By military conquest

• By religious conversion

• Through isolation

The Trojan War was significant in Greek culture because it:

• Led to the fall of Troy and the rise of Greek heroes

• Was a minor skirmish with little impact

• Resulted in the unification of Greece

• Introduced new trade routes to Asia

The political structure of Mycenaean civilization was primarily:

• A centralized monarchy

• A democratic assembly

• A confederation of city-states

• A tribal council

Homer kept Greek culture alive under the Dorians by:

• Writing epic poems like the Iliad and the Odyssey

• Establishing schools and academies

• Leading military campaigns

• Building architectural monuments

What were the main characteristics of Greek myths?

• They were primarily historical accounts.

• They explained natural phenomena and human behavior.

• They were scientific explanations of the world.

• They focused on modern-day events.

The period of Dorian rule is often referred to as a ‘dark age’ because:

• There was a decline in cultural and economic activity.

• It was a time of great technological advancement.

• The Dorians introduced democracy.

• There was an increase in trade and commerce.