Ancient Greek History Quiz

What were the Mycenaeans known for?

• Early Greek peoples who are lead by warrior kings

• A type of government

• A famous Greek philosopher

What was the Trojan War allegedly started due to?

• The kidnapping of Helen

• Economic competition

• A disagreement between kings

What is associated with the Greek Dark Age?

• Dorians

• Mycenaeans

• Athenians

Who composed the Iliad and the Odyssey?

• Homer

• Socrates

• Plato

What is an epic?

• A narrative poem celebrating heroic deeds

• A type of government

• A Greek city-state

What is a polis?

• City-state

• A type of government

• A Greek philosopher

What is an acropolis?

• Fortified hilltop meeting place

• A type of government

• A Greek war

What type of government is ruled by kings?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

What is an oligarchy?

• Government ruled by a few powerful people

• Government ruled by kings

• Government ruled by the people

What is a phalanx?

• Preferred fighting formation for Ancient Greek militaries

• A type of government

• A Greek city-state