Ancient Greece Test Practice

Which works of Ancient Greek philosophers and historians are still read today, and why are they significant?

Who were the Minoans named after, what was the name of their city, and what were they particularly skilled at?

What type of animal did Minoans famously perform acrobatics on?

How were the Minoan civilization and their cities destroyed?

Which civilization conquered the Minoans?

What were the Mycenaeans known for in terms of skills and entertainment?

According to the Iliad, what was the cause of the Trojan War and what significant events took place during it?

Define a city-state in the context of Ancient Greece.

Describe the landscape, climate, and natural resources of Ancient Greece.

What crops were the Ancient Greeks able to cultivate and consume?

What happened to Ancient Greek cities and palaces during the 'Dark Age'?

How did the Iron Age impact Ancient Greece and what did they begin to develop?

Explain the concept of a polis and name some Greek city-states that were considered poleis.

What are oligarchies, and how did they function in Ancient Greek society?

Define democracy and explain how Athens was considered a democratic city-state.

Describe the roles and responsibilities of the two kings in Spartan society.

What is a helot, and how were helots treated by the Spartans?

How did the presence of helots influence Sparta's focus on maintaining a military state?

Compare and contrast everyday life in Athens with that in Sparta.

Discuss the differences in women's lives and rights between Sparta and Athens.

Identify the chief god of the Greek pantheon and outline other religious beliefs held by the Ancient Greeks.

What was an oracle in Ancient Greece, and where could one be found?

Who was Alexander the Great, what were his main accomplishments, and which Persian city did he capture?

Which parties were involved in the Peloponnesian Wars?

Describe the nature of the relationship between the Ancient Greeks and the Persians.