Quiz on Forms of Government and Ancient Greek Culture

What is a form of government where a small group of people have control?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Tyrant

• Alliance

Which term describes a system of government by the whole population, typically through elected representatives?

• Aristocracy

• Democracy

• Tyrant

• Helot

What is the term for a government ruled by a small privileged class?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Aristocracy

• Alliance

Who is often celebrated in stories for their courage and noble qualities?

• Hero

• Tyrant

• Helot

• Polis

What is the name of the ancient Greek warship with three rows of oars?

• Trireme

• Acropolis

• Agora

• Labyrinth

What is a traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon?

• Epic Poem

• Myth

• Alliance

• Raw Material

What is the term for a city-state in ancient Greece?

• Polis

• Agora

• Acropolis

• Labyrinth

What is the fortified part of an ancient Greek city, typically built on a hill?

• Acropolis

• Agora

• Polis

• Labyrinth

What is a long narrative poem, often written about a hero or heroic deeds?

• Myth

• Epic Poem

• Alliance

• Oligarchy

What is the term for a cruel and oppressive ruler?

• Hero

• Tyrant

• Helot

• Democracy