Ancient Greece - Post G.R.A.P.E.S Review

How did Greece's geography most significantly impact the development of its civilization?

• It led to a unified Greek empire early in its history

• It caused cities to develop independently as separate city-states

• It made communication easy between different regions

• It encouraged a single centralized government system

Why was sea travel so important to ancient Greek civilization?

• It was the only way to travel between Greek cities

• It provided an easier route for trade than traveling over mountains

• The Greeks only ate seafood from the ocean

• All Greek cities were located on islands

What can be inferred about the Oracle at Delphi's influence on Greek society?

• She provided clear, direct answers about the future

• Only wealthy citizens could consult her

• Her mysterious messages shaped important decisions

• She was considered more powerful than the gods

How did the Olympics reflect Greek cultural values?

• It was purely an athletic competition

• It demonstrated the unity of Greek city-states despite their differences

• It was only for professional athletes

• It was focused on individual achievements rather than religious purpose

What was the most significant difference between Athenian and Spartan societies?

• Only Sparta had an army

• Athens focused on education and arts while Sparta prioritized military training

• Sparta was the only city-state with slaves

• Only Athens allowed women to own property

What can be concluded about Greek democracy based on who could participate?

• It was truly representative of all people

• It was limited to fewer people than modern democracy

• It included all adults in Athens

• It treated men and women equally

How did the Persian Wars impact Greek civilization?

• It led to permanent Persian control

• It united Greek city-states temporarily against a common enemy

• It ended Greek democracy

• It improved relations between Persia and Greece

What role did Cleisthenes play in Athenian history?

• He created an absolute monarchy

• He established the first democratic system

• He strengthened the aristocracy's power

• He conquered Sparta

Why was trade so essential to ancient Greek economy?

• Greeks only produced luxury goods

• Poor soil quality limited agricultural production

• They had no natural resources

• They couldn't produce their own goods

What was the significance of Alexander the Great's conquests?

• They led to the spread of Greek culture across different regions

• They unified all Greek city-states permanently

• They eliminated all other cultures in conquered territories

• They established democracy throughout the empire