Ancient Greece

Which epic offers insight into ancient Greek culture, beliefs, and values?

Homer's 'The Iliad'

Which civilization emerged first in the Mediterranean region?

Minoan civilization

"All day long and in all places I am always fastening upon you, stirring you and persuading you and reproaching you. You will not easily find another like me." In the passage, what Greek philosopher describes his own method of seeking wisdom?

Socrates

Which Greek city-state scorned trade and affluence and did not allow its citizens to travel?

Sparta

Which Greek city-state was known for its great military strength and disciplined ways of life?

Sparta

How did Spartan government differ from Athenian government?

Sparta had two kings

How did Thucydides's experiences affect his writing?

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

"The Minoan culture was named after King Minos of Crete, who ruled around the time of 1350 BC - 1250 BC...Unlike their contemporaries the Egyptians, there was no oppressive priesthood or rigid artistic styles, and Minoan art reflected a freedom and willingness to assimilate other artistic traditions from throughout the region." Which phrase gives an example of the kind of art described by the text?

a fresco showing leaping dolphins

Which best describes the ideal from Plato's 'The Republic that inspired future Western governments?'

a state that regulates every aspect of citizens' lives in their best interests

Which of the following were effects of the Peloponnesian War?

corruption and devotion to selfish interests eroded democratic rule; war among city-states weakened defenses against foreign threats

Ancient thinkers like Solon and Pericles were known for what types of reforms in the city of Athens?

democratic

Which best describes how Cleisthenes's reforms in Athens set important precedents for later governments?

he widened the part played by ordinary citizens in Athens' government

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

honor, courage, and eloquence

How did trade shape Mycenaean society?

it brought contact with the ideas and skills of other cultures

What effect did the conflict between Athens and Sparta have on ancient Greek civilization?

it caused further fractures among the Greek city-states

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

its 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 let it acquire ideas and technology from other civilizations

How did geographic factors encourage independence among ancient Greek city-states?

mountains and islands isolated settlements

Which subjects did Knossos palace frescoes depict?

nobles in gardens; bulls leaping

How was citizenship in ancient Athens similar to citizenship in the US today?

only citizens could hold office; only citizens could vote for officials

Which of the following statements would Plato agree?

people who seek public office cannot be trusted to act for the common good

What other cultures influenced Minoan civilization?

the Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilization

Which ancient Greek idea is still used today to describe the relationship between the sides of a right triangle?

the Pythagorean Theorom

How were trials in Athens similar to trials in the US today?

the accused was considered innocent until proven guilty

How was the Euclid's work influential?

the book he wrote became the foundation for modern geometry

What did art featuring dolphins reflect about Minoan culture?

the importance of the sea

How did the sea affect the development of the Greeks' economy?

the sea coast encouraged the Greeks to become skilled sailors and traders

How does the Socratic method of teaching work?

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

How do Homer's epics reveal about Greek culture?

the values of the ancient Greek culture

Which of these statements are true about the Mycenaean's?

they arrived in Europe and western Asia in prehistoric times; their warrior-kings established fortified city-states on the mainland

What did mountains and seas do to the Greek city-states?

they encouraged them to develop independently

How did the lives of Spartan women differ from the lives of other Greek women?

they had to exercise and stay strong

How were the lives of Athenian women similar to the lives of other Greek women?

they had to obey their fathers and husbands; they did not take part in politics

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

they invaded and conquered the lands

How did Greek art reflect the idea of an ideal form?

through symmetry and graceful geometry in architecture

Why did the ancient Greeks celebrate the Olympic games?

to honor Zeus

Which may have caused Mycenaean to participate in the Trojan War?

trade competition between Mycenae and Troy

Which Macedonian Greek leader conquered many lands in Europe, Africa, and Asia?

Alexander

Which Greek philosophers passed on legacies of knowledge and inquiry that shaped future political, ethical, and social ideas?

Aristotle; Plato; Socrates

Which gods and goddesses did the ancient Greeks honor?

Athena; Poseidon; Zeus

These ancient ruins mark the center of which ancient Greek city-state?

Athens