Ancient Greece

What is a peninsula?

• A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides

• A body of water

• A river that flows through land

• An area of land that has water on two sides

The ancient Greeks were polytheistic. What does this mean?

• They believed in many gods

• They believed in three gods

• They believed in many gods and goddesses

• They believed in one goddess

Athens was known for:

• They were harsh warriors

• Invention of the plow

• Invention of paper

• Their beautiful architecture and buildings

The Parthenon was a magnificent temple to honor?

• Zeus

• Poseidon

• Athena

• Hera

The Greeks were excellent shipbuilders. Why?

• They were surrounded by water on three sides

• There were many mountains so traveling by land was difficult

• They were on an island

• Both A and B

Alexander the Great was the King of Macedonia. During his time as king, he conquered many lands including all of the following except?

• Egypt

• Persia

• United States

• Greece

At what age did boys begin their training in Sparta?

• 10 years old

• 13 years old

• 9 years old

• 7 years old

Who was Aristotle?

• A philosopher

• A teacher to Alexander the Great

• A scientist

• All of the Above

In what city were the first Olympic games held?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Troy

• Olympia

What were olives used for?

• Oil for lamps

• Oil for cooking

• As a moisturizer

• All of the above