Gods & Goddesses
Who was the king of the gods in ancient Greek mythology?
Zeus
What was the marketplace of ancient Greek cities called?
Agora
Who was the philosopher known for his method of questioning to gain knowledge, now named after him?
Socrates
n which war did Athens and Sparta fight against each other?
Peloponnesian War
What is the name of the ancient Greek temple dedicated to the goddess Athena in Athens?
Parthenon
What goddess was the protector of marriage and family in ancient Greece?
Herra
What was the traditional Greek unit of currency?
Drachma
Which philosopher is known for his work "The Republic"?
Plato
Which battle is considered a turning point in the Persian Wars, where a small Greek force defeated a much larger Persian army?
Battle of Marathon
What architectural feature is characteristic of ancient Greek temples, consisting of a triangular section supported by columns?
Pediment
Which god was known as the god of the sea?
Poseidon
What were ancient Greek city-states called?
Polis
This philosopher is considered the father of Western philosophy.
Thales
Who was the king of Macedonia who conquered the Persian Empire?
Alexander the Great
What is the name of the ancient Greek open-air theatre, typically built into a hillside?
Amphitheater
This goddess was the daughter of Zeus and the goddess of wisdom and warfare.
Athena
What form of government did Athens have in ancient Greece?
Democracy
Who was the student of Socrates and the teacher of Aristotle?
Plato
What event, where Greek city-states fought against the Persian Empire, is considered the beginning of the Classical period of ancient Greece?
Battle of Marathon
Which ancient Greek architectural order is known for its simplicity and minimal ornamentation?
Doric
Who was the god of music, poetry, and healing in ancient Greece?
Apollo
What event was a series of athletic competitions held between representatives of various city-states of ancient Greece?
Olympic Games
Which philosopher famously said, "Know thyself"?
Socrates
What was the name of the conflict fought between Athens and its empire against the Peloponnesian League led by Sparta?
Peloponnesian War
What is the name of the ancient Greek citadel built atop a hill in Athens, known for its iconic Parthenon temple?
Acropolis