Ancient Greece: The Golden Age - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

During the Classical Period of Ancient Greece, which of these did NOT happen?

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The invention of the steam engine

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The rise of democracy

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The development of philosophy

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The creation of great works of art and literature

Question 2

What was the name of the type of government developed in Athens during the Classical Period?

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Democracy

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Monarchy

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Oligarchy

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Tyranny

Question 3

Which Greek city-state was renowned for its powerful navy and democratic government?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Corinth

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Thebes

Question 4

Which famous play was written by Sophocles?

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Oedipus Rex

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The Iliad

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The Odyssey

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The Tempest

Question 5

What period followed the Classical Period in Ancient Greece?

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Hellenistic Period

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Mycenaean Period

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Dark Ages

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Byzantine Period

Question 6

In Ancient Greece, which city-state was known for its democracy and philosophy?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Thebes

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Corinth

Question 7

Who is widely considered the 'father of Western philosophy'?

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Socrates

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Aristotle

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Plato

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Pythagoras

Question 8

Which famous ancient Greek playwright wrote tragedies like 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone'?

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Sophocles

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Aeschylus

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Euripides

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Aristophanes

Question 9

What was the name of the magnificent temple constructed on the Athenian Acropolis in honor of Athena?

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The Parthenon

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The Erechtheion

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The Temple of Zeus

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The Temple of Poseidon

Question 10

What was the name of the alliance of Greek city-states that united against the Persian invasion?

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The Delian League

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The Peloponnesian League

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The Ionian League

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The Achaean League

Question 11

Which ancient Greek mathematician developed the famous Pythagorean theorem?

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Pythagoras

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Thales

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Euclid

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Archimedes

Question 12

What was the name of the written language created and used by the ancient Greeks?

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Greek

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Latin

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Hebrew

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Egyptian hieroglyphics

Question 13

Who was the influential Athenian leader who oversaw the expansion of Athens' power and splendor?

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Pericles

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Leonidas

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Themistocles

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Alexander the Great

Question 14

Who was NOT a famous philosopher from the Classical Period in Greece?

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Pythagoras

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Aristotle

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Socrates

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Plato

Question 15

Who is often called the "Father of Democracy" for his role in developing democratic principles in Ancient Greece?

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Pericles

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Plato

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Aristotle

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Socrates

Question 16

Which of these is NOT considered one of the three major Greek philosophers of the Classical Period?

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Euclid

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Socrates

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Plato

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Aristotle

Question 17

What was the name of the iconic temple built on the Acropolis of Athens, known for its impressive columns and sculptures?

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Parthenon

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Pantheon

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Colosseum

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Temple of Zeus

Question 18

Which of these epic poems is attributed to Homer and recounts the journey and adventures of Odysseus?

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The Odyssey

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The Iliad

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The Aeneid

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The Canterbury Tales

Question 19

Which Greek philosopher is known for his distinctive method of questioning and teaching, known as the "Socratic method"?

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Socrates

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Plato

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Aristotle

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Pythagoras

Question 20

Which Greek city-state was known for its powerful navy, maritime trade, and democratic system of government?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Corinth

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Thebes

Question 21

What architectural feature was a prominent characteristic of Greek temples, often used to support the roof?

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Columns

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Pyramids

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Domes

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Spires

Question 22

Who is the Greek philosopher who famously said, 'The unexamined life is not worth living'?

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Socrates

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Alexander the Great

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Aristotle

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Plato

Question 23

Which of these battles is considered the first major battle of the Persian Wars?

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Battle of Marathon

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Battle of Thermopylae

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Battle of Salamis

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Battle of Plataea

Question 24

What is the name of the system of government practiced in Athens during the Classical Period, which allowed citizens to participate in decision-making?

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Democracy

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Oligarchy

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Tyranny

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Monarchy

Question 25

What is the name of the famous temple built on the Acropolis in Athens, dedicated to the goddess Athena?

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Parthenon

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Erechtheion

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Temple of Zeus

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Temple of Artemis

Question 26

Which alliance of Greek city-states was formed to defend against the Persian Empire?

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Delian League

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Peloponnesian League

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Athenian Empire

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Spartan Empire

Question 27

Who is the Greek historian who wrote the famous work 'The Histories', which chronicled the events of the Persian Wars?

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Herodotus

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Thucydides

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Xenophon

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Plutarch

Question 28

Which Greek city-state was renowned for its powerful navy and maritime empire, playing a leading role in the Persian Wars?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Thebes

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Corinth

Question 29

Which Greek city was the birthplace of democracy?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Corinth

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Thebes

Question 30

Who is known as the 'Father of History'?

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Herodotus

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Homer

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Hesiod

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Thucydides

Question 31

Which Greek playwright wrote tragedies like 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone'?

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Sophocles

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Aeschylus

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Euripides

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Aristophanes

Question 32

Which Greek goddess is associated with wisdom and warfare?

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Athena

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Hera

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Artemis

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Aphrodite

Question 33

What was the period of great cultural and intellectual achievements in Ancient Greece called?

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The Classical Period

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The Golden Age

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The Hellenistic Period

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The Archaic Period

Question 34

Which Greek city-state was known for its strong military and strict discipline?

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Sparta

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Athens

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Corinth

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Thebes

Question 35

How did the development of democracy in Greece contribute to the growth of ideas about philosophy?

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It provided a safe space for people to share and discuss new ideas.

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Philosophers were given important roles in the government.

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Democracy had no impact on the development of philosophy.

Question 36

Why did Ancient Greece experience such remarkable progress in the arts, sciences, and government during the Golden Age?

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A high value placed on learning and critical thinking

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Constant warfare and a lack of peace

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Limited resources that forced people to be inventive

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Divine punishment from angry gods

Question 37

What was the name of the important city-state in Ancient Greece, known for its democracy and culture?

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Athens

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Alexandria

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Sparta

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Rome

Question 38

Who is credited as the 'Father of Democracy' in Ancient Greece?

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Cleisthenes

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Aristotle

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Socrates

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Pericles

Question 39

Which Greek philosopher was well-known for his method of questioning, leading to deeper thinking and understanding?

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Socrates

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Plato

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Aristotle

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Epicurus

Question 40

Who were some of the famous Greek playwrights known for their tragic plays?

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Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides

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Thucydides, Herodotus, Xenophon

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Homer, Sappho, Pindar

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Aristophanes, Menander, Philemon

Question 41

Which gifted sculptor created the iconic statue of Zeus at Olympia, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?

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Phidias

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Praxiteles

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Bernini

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Michelangelo

Question 42

What was the name of the major conflict between the Greeks and the Persians?

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Persian Wars

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Trojan War

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Peloponnesian War

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Punic Wars

Question 43

Who was the Athenian general who led the Greek forces to victory over the Persians at the Battle of Marathon?

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Miltiades

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Themistocles

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Alexander the Great

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Leonidas

Question 44

What was the name of the alliance formed by Greek city-states to resist the Persian threat?

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Delian League

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Hellenic League

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Achaean League

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Peloponnesian League

Question 45

Which Macedonian king conquered a vast empire, spreading Greek culture and influence throughout the known world?

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Alexander the Great

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Justinian

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Philip II

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Pericles

Question 46

Which period in Greek history followed the Classical Period, characterized by cultural exchange and the influence of Greek ideas?

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Hellenistic Period

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Dark Ages

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Archaic Period

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Mycenaean Period

Question 47

What kind of government did ancient Greece have in some city-states?

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Democracy

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Dictatorship

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Theocracy

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Monarchy

Question 48

What famous Greek philosopher is known for asking questions like 'What is justice?' and 'What is happiness?'

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Socrates

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Aristotle

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Plato

Question 49

Which of these is NOT a famous Greek myth?

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The Story of King Arthur

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The Story of Pandora's Box

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The Story of Hercules

Question 50

What famous building in Athens was dedicated to the goddess Athena?

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The Parthenon

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The Colosseum

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The Hanging Gardens of Babylon

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The Great Pyramid

Question 51

Which of these is a famous Greek play?

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Antigone

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Romeo and Juliet

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The Great Gatsby

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Hamlet

Question 52

What famous Greek athlete was known for running a very long distance?

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Pheidippides

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Alexander the Great

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Leonidas

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Pericles

Question 53

Imagine you are living in Ancient Greece. What might you use to write on?

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Papyrus

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Computer

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Paper

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Tablet

Question 54

What was the name of the war that involved the Greeks and the Persians?

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The Persian Wars

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The Punic Wars

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The Peloponnesian War

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The Trojan War

Question 55

Which of these is NOT a Greek god?

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Odin

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Apollo

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Poseidon

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Zeus