Ancient Greek Civilization Quiz

Where did Greek civilization get started?

• Rome

• Athens

• Crete

• Sparta

What caused the Greek Dark Ages?

• Economic prosperity

• Cultural renaissance

• Decline in population

• Technological advancement

What was the primary function of the Parthenon?

• Marketplace

• Temple

• Fortress

• Library

Which island is associated with the start of Greek civilization?

• Sicily

• Crete

• Cyprus

• Rhodes

Which ancient Greek city was known for its naval power?

• Sparta

• Athens

• Troy

• Syracuse

Where is the birthplace of Greek civilization according to the text?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Crete

• Delphi

What does the lack of protective walls at Knossos suggest?

• They relied on their army

• They were protected by their navy

• They were not concerned about security

• They had natural barriers

Be able to identify: polis, acropolis, agora

• Types of Greek clothing

• Greek city-state structures

• Greek gods

• Greek festivals

What effect did geography and climate have on creation of Greek city states?

• Encouraged large empires

• Promoted isolation and independence

• Led to a unified nation

• Caused frequent migrations

What is the origin of the epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey?

• Written tradition

• Oral tradition

• Modern literature

• Historical documents