history

How does the Parthenon reflect balance and order in its architecture?

It is based on a rectangle and has tall columns leading to a gently sloping roof.

Which BEST explains why Minoan civilization was able to develop its rich culture?

Its island location and trading activities allowed it to acquire ideas and technology from other civilizations.

According to Greek legend, what sets off the Trojan War?

The Trojan Paris kidnaps Helen, wife of a Greek king

How were trials in Athens similar to trials in the United States today?

The accused was considered innocent until proven guilty.

How does the Socratic method of teaching work?

The teacher asks a series of questions, which causes students to question their own assumptions

How did geographical features, including mountains and the sea, affect Greek city-states' development?

They developed separately.

Why did the Mycenaeans come to power in the mainland and Crete?

They invaded and conquered the lands.

Why were soldiers and merchants unsatisfied by the aristocratic government in Athens?

They thought that they should have more rights

How did Thucydides' experiences affect his writing?

Thucydides lived through the Peloponnesian Wars and wrote about the horror of war.

What two forms of drama did the Ancient Greeks develop?

comedy and tragedy

According to the text, what are some of the values apparent in the Iliad and the Odyssey?

honor, courage, and eloquence

In spite of their differences, what did the Greek city-states share?

religious beliefs and heroic legends

An example of the spread of mathematical ideas that occurred in classical Greece is

the Arabic versions of Euclid's work.

What other cultures influenced Minoan civilization?

the Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilizations

Oligarchy

A government ruled by a few powerful people

How did the Persian War affect the balance of power among the Greek city-states?

Athens dominated over other city-states.

How was early Greek sculpture different from later Greek sculpture?

Early Greek sculpture showed rigid human forms, while later Greek sculpture showed idealized natural forms.

In what way did Greece's crushing defeat by Philip II of Macedonia lead to a flowering of Greek culture?

Greek culture was spread throughout much of the world by Alexander.

What were the accomplishments of Archimedes?

He developed the lever and pulley and a mechanical pump to lift water.

What was an important result of the reign of Alexander the Great?

He encouraged a blending of Greek and Persian customs.

Which BEST summarizes Alexander's attitude towards his Persian dominions?

He encouraged a blending of Greek and Persian customs.