Special Topics in Classics: Explore Ancient Civilizations and Ideas

Question 1

How did ancient Greek orators like Demosthenes use rhetoric to shape the political landscape?

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Orators used advanced rhetorical techniques to influence public opinion.

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Orators relied on emotional appeals and personal attacks.

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Orators focused on entertaining their audiences.

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Oratory had no impact on ancient Greek politics.

Question 2

How were ancient Greek texts primarily transmitted and preserved over time?

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Through manuscript production by scribes, the establishment of libraries, and the use of writing materials like parchment and papyrus

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Oral tradition only

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Solely through the efforts of individual scholars and collectors

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Mainly by carving texts onto stone tablets

Question 3

Examine the philosophical significance of the 'Socratic paradox' and its lasting influence on ethical thinking.

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The Socratic paradox states that knowledge is essential for virtue, yet Socrates claimed to know nothing.

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The Socratic paradox is a logical contradiction that cannot be resolved.

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The Socratic paradox has had no significant impact on the development of ethical thought.

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The Socratic paradox is only relevant to ancient Greek philosophy and has no contemporary relevance.

Question 4

Which of the following accurately describes the distinctive features of Hellenistic architecture and art?

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Innovative fusion of Greek and Eastern influences, resulting in distinctive artistic styles

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Strict adherence to conventional Greek forms and motifs

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Complete abandonment of Greek artistic traditions in favor of Eastern styles

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Diminished artistic quality compared to earlier Classical and Archaic periods

Question 5

Which ancient Greek philosopher emphasized virtue and ethical living?

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Socrates

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Plato

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Aristotle

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Epicurus

Question 6

Identify the Roman historian known for his comprehensive account of the Roman Empire:

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Livy

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Tacitus

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Suetonius

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Caesar

Question 7

Which architectural style is characteristic of ancient Greek temples?

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Classical

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Gothic

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Romanesque

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Baroque

Question 8

Who is the Roman writer renowned for the epic poem 'Aeneid'?

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Virgil

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Ovid

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Cicero

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Seneca

Question 9

Which ancient Greek city-state was renowned for its democratic system and cultural achievements?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Mycenae

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Corinth

Question 10

Which feature is characteristic of ancient Greek tragedy?

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Chorus of commentators

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Happy endings

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Use of prose dialogue

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Elaborate dance sequences

Question 11

Which ancient Greek historian emphasized eyewitness accounts and adopted a skeptical approach to history?

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Thucydides

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Herodotus

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Xenophon

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Polybius

Question 12

Who is widely regarded as the 'Father of History'?

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Herodotus

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Thucydides

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Xenophon

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Livy

Question 13

Which philosopher argued that reality is fundamentally composed of a single, unchanging entity?

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Parmenides

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Heraclitus

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Aristotle

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Plato

Question 14

What is the name of the iconic Greek temple situated on the Acropolis of Athens?

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The Parthenon

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The Erechtheion

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The Temple of Athena Nike

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The Temple of Zeus

Question 15

Which Greek historian is renowned for his detailed and objective account of the Peloponnesian War?

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Thucydides

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Herodotus

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Xenophon

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Plutarch

Question 16

What is the name of the philosophical school founded and led by Plato?

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The Academy

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The Lyceum

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The Stoa

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The Epicurean School

Question 17

Which of the following is considered a fundamental principle of Athenian democracy?

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Equal rights and opportunities for all citizens

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Rule by an absolute monarch

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Government controlled by a small, wealthy elite

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Religious authority over political affairs

Question 18

Which of the following is a recognized subfield within the academic discipline of Classics?

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Ancient Greek History

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Medieval European Philosophy

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Modern American Literature

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Renaissance Italian Art

Question 19

Who is widely regarded as the 'Father of Western Historiography'?

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Herodotus

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Thucydides

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Xenophon

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Plutarch

Question 20

Which Greek philosopher is renowned for his 'Socratic method' of inquiry?

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Socrates

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Plato

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Aristotle

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Epicurus

Question 21

What is the specialized term for the study of ancient Greek and Roman art and architecture?

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Classical Art and Architecture

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Neoclassicism

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Renaissance Art

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Gothic Art

Question 22

Who is the central character in Homer's epic poem, the Iliad?

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Achilles

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Hector

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Odysseus

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Agamemnon

Question 23

Which Roman poet is renowned for his epic poem, the Aeneid?

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Virgil

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Ovid

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Horace

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Catullus

Question 24

What was the name of the ancient Greek city-state that served as a major center of philosophy and learning?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Thebes

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Mycenae

Question 25

What is the main focus of this unit?

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深入探討古典學的特定主題

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全面綜覽古典學領域

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培養人文學科通識知識

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教授古代語言

Question 26

下列哪個主題最適合在本單元探討?

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柏拉圖的哲學

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伯羅奔尼撒戰爭的歷史

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羅馬建築對現代城市的影響

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希臘陶器的演變

Question 27

針對「蘇格拉底式反諷」這個主題，哪一個來源對你的研究最具價值?

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柏拉圖的對話錄

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亞里斯多德的邏輯著作

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荷馬的《伊利亞德》

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西塞羅的演講

Question 28

下列哪個選項並非古希臘重要的哲學流派?

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儒家思想

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斯多葛主義

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伊壁鳩魯學派

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柏拉圖主義

Question 29

在古典修辭學中，「誠信」概念的重要性為何?

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建立說話者的可信度

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訴諸聽眾的情感

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提供合乎邏輯的論證

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預期反對意見

Question 30

Which of the following subtopics is **not** covered in this unit on ancient philosophy?

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Historiography

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Epistemology

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Ethics

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Metaphysics

Question 31

Who is widely regarded as the father of Western historiography?

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Thucydides

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Xenophon

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Homer

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Eratosthenes

Question 32

Arrange the following Greek philosophers in chronological order: Socrates, Plato, Aristotle

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Socrates, Plato, Aristotle

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Plato, Socrates, Aristotle

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Aristotle, Plato, Socrates

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Aristotle, Socrates, Plato

Question 33

Which feature is **not** characteristic of Greek tragedy?

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Elaborate stage sets

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Emphasis on fate and hubris

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Use of iambic pentameter

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Presence of a chorus

Question 34

Identify the technique used by Greek sculptors to create the illusion of movement and depth in their works.

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Contrapposto

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Chiaroscuro

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Trompe l'oeil

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Sfumato

Question 35

Which Roman emperor is known for his persecution of early Christians?

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Nero

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Augustus

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Marcus Aurelius

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Constantine

Question 36

What is the most accurate translation of the Greek term 'polis'?

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City-state

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Empire

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Kingdom

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Province

Question 37

Who is the Roman writer considered to be one of the greatest satirists of all time?

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Juvenal

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Virgil

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Ovid

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Seneca

Question 38

Which of the following is a recognized field of specialization within the academic discipline of Classics?

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Ancient philosophy

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Modern philology

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Medieval historiography

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Renaissance literature

Question 39

In ancient Greek ethics, the term 'arete' primarily denotes:

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Moral excellence or virtue

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Intellectual knowledge or wisdom

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Personal happiness or well-being

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Physical beauty or attractiveness

Question 40

Amongst ancient historians, who is particularly renowned for their emphasis on objectivity and critical source analysis?

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Thucydides

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Homer

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Herodotus

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Xenophon

Question 41

The Parthenon, an iconic temple in Athens, exemplifies which architectural style?

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Doric

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Ionic

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Corinthian

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Composite

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a typical feature of Roman epic poetry?

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Explores complex philosophical ideas or themes

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Employs dactylic hexameter as its poetic meter

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Often incorporates historical events or figures

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Focuses on the exploits of a central mythological hero

Question 43

The concept of 'humanitas' is most closely associated with which philosophical school of thought?

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Stoicism

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Epicureanism

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Platonism

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Aristotelianism

Question 44

The specialized study of ancient Greek and Roman coins is referred to as:

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Numismatics

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Epigraphy

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Papyrology

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Codicology

Question 45

Thucydides's 'History of the Peloponnesian War' is significant because it:

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Provides a detailed and critical analysis of the causes and course of the Peloponnesian War

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Is the first known historical account written from a secular perspective

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Offers a highly subjective and biased account of events

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Is unreliable due to its excessive focus on military affairs

Question 46

Which Roman emperor is credited with establishing the 'Pax Romana'?

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Augustus

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Trajan

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Marcus Aurelius

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Constantine

Question 47

Which of the following is a major theme explored in Plato's 'Symposium'?

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The nature of love, beauty, and the pursuit of wisdom

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The immortality of the soul and the afterlife

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The importance of virtue and ethical conduct

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The ideal society and political system

Question 48

The 'Twelve Tables' was a significant legal code in ancient Rome because it:

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Codified existing laws and customs, making them accessible to the public

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Established the principle of equality before the law for Roman citizens

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Abolished slavery within the Roman Empire

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Granted citizenship to all inhabitants of Rome, regardless of their origin

Question 49

Which Greek city-state was renowned for its powerful navy and maritime empire?

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Athens

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Sparta

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Thebes

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Corinth

Question 50

The 'Odyssey' by Homer is an epic poem that tells the story of:

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The journey of Odysseus after the fall of Troy

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The Trojan War and its aftermath

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The founding and growth of the Roman Empire

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The adventures and trials of the hero Hercules

Question 51

The philosophical school known as Stoicism emphasized:

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Emotional control, acceptance of fate, and living in accordance with nature

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Pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of pain as the highest goods

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Belief in the immortality of the soul and reincarnation

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Importance of reason and logic as the basis for knowledge and virtue

Question 52

Who is widely acknowledged as the founding figure of Western philosophy?

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Thales of Miletus

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Socrates

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Plato

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Aristotle

Question 53

Which artistic style, characterized by a play of light and shadow, is NOT commonly associated with Greek sculpture of the Classical period?

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Chiaroscuro

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Contrapposto

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Idealized forms

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Polykleitos' Canon of Proportions

Question 54

What is the term for the ethical philosophy that emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with reason and nature?

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Stoicism

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Epicureanism

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Cynicism

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Skepticism

Question 55

Who is credited with authoring the epic poem known as the Iliad?

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Homer

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Virgil

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Ovid

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Sophocles

Question 56

Which of the following was NOT a prominent city-state that played a major role in shaping ancient Greek civilization?

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Rome

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Athens

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Sparta

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Thebes

Question 57

What is the term used to describe the religious beliefs and practices of ancient Greece?

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Hellenistic Polytheism

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Classical Hellenism

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Roman Syncretism

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Early Christianity

Question 58

Analyze the multifaceted influence of religion in ancient Greek society, considering its impact on religious practices, community rituals, personal values, and political structures.

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Religious beliefs and practices shaped personal values, community norms, and social interactions, providing a moral framework.

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Religion played a limited role in ancient Greek life, primarily restricted to major festivals and rituals.

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Religious ceremonies and rituals were infrequent, occurring only on exceptional occasions.

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Religion had no impact on the political landscape of ancient Greece.

Question 59

During the classical period (c. 500-300 BCE), how did the economic systems of Athens and Sparta differ?

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Athens had a market economy, while Sparta had a command economy.

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Sparta had a market economy, while Athens had a command economy.

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Both Athens and Sparta had command economies.

Question 60

Analyze the contrasting economic systems of Athens and Sparta. Discuss their distinct features, advantages, disadvantages, and influence on the evolution of each society.

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Athens thrived on a dynamic market economy driven by trade, while Sparta enforced a strictly regulated planned economy focused on agriculture.

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Both Athens and Sparta embraced market economies dependent on trade and commerce.

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Athens and Sparta shared planned economies with a significant emphasis on agriculture.

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Sparta maintained a market economy based on trade, while Athens implemented a planned economy centered around agriculture.

Question 61

How did religion permeate ancient Greek life, influencing personal beliefs, community practices, and political structures?

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Religion provided a moral compass, guiding personal behavior and shaping societal norms.

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Religion fostered community unity through shared rituals and festivals, strengthening social bonds.

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Religion was primarily used as a political tool, with the state leveraging it to establish its authority.

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Religion had a limited impact on daily life in ancient Greece, primarily offering spiritual comfort.

Question 62

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Socratic questioning?

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Metaphysics (speculation about ultimate reality)

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Elenchus (refutation)

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Maieutics (leading to knowledge)

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Dialectic (logical argumentation)

Question 63

Who was the ancient Greek historian who wrote 'The Histories', a seminal work on the Peloponnesian War?

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Thucydides

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Homer

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Xenophon

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Herodotus

Question 64

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of Classical Greek art?

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Emphasis on anatomical accuracy and realism

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Use of deep perspective and chiaroscuro

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Abstraction and symbolism

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Depiction of everyday scenes and ordinary people