Athenian Society and Culture

Athenian Society and Culture

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the historical significance of Athens, the capital of Greece, highlighting its role as a cultural and political hub during the Golden Age. Under the leadership of Pericles, Athens became a center for art, literature, and philosophy, with notable figures like Socrates and Plato shaping Western thought. The city was known for its democratic governance and military strength. Theater played a crucial role in Athenian life, with festivals dedicated to Dionysus. However, societal roles were gender-specific, with women primarily confined to domestic duties, except for attending plays.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the capital of Greece?

Cairo

Rome

Athens

Sparta

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which period did Athens emerge as a center for art and philosophy?

Golden Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Medieval Age

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the charismatic leader of Athens during its Golden Age?

Plato

Alexander the Great

Pericles

Socrates

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What form of government was unique to Athens?

Monarchy

Oligarchy

Democracy

Theocracy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city-state was Athens' rival in war?

Corinth

Sparta

Delphi

Thebes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the central place in Athens where philosophers debated?

Agora

Forum

Acropolis

Colosseum

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which god was honored during the Athenian theater festivals?

Dionysus

Ares

Zeus

Apollo

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