Ancient Greece
What geographic feature makes up 75% of Greece?
Mountains
Italy is often described as being shaped like a _______
Boot
The era known as Pax Romana lasted from _______ BC to 180 AD.
27
Which civilization is known for its pyramids and hieroglyphic writing
Mayans
The term "Greco-Roman" refers to the blending of which two cultures?
Greek and Roman
A Greek city-state is called a _______.
Polis
The Latins settled on which hill near the Tiber River
Palatine Hill
Who became the first emperor of Rome?
Augustus
The Mayans were known for their advanced knowledge of _______.
Astronomy
Which philosopher is known for the Socratic method?
Socrates
Who wrote the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey"
Homer
The Etruscans ruled over the Latins until they were overthrown in which year
600 BC
What form of government was established in Rome after the overthrow of the Etruscans?
Republic
What was a common practice in Aztec religion
Human sacrifice
What major event weakened the Inca Empire in the 1500s?
Civil War
The Mycenaean civilization flourished from which years
1400 – 1200 BC
The upper class of Romans who controlled the government were known as the _______.
Patricians
Rome is located on which continent?
Europe
The capital city of the Inca was _______.
Cuzco
What led to different cultures developing among Native American groups?
Variations in climate and resources
The Minoans were known for their trade around which sea?
Mediterranean Sea
The common people of Rome fought for equality and were known as the _______.
Plebeians
Who is the Messiah
The Olmecs are known as the first civilization in the Americas, existing from _______ to _______ BC.
1500 – 500
The Hellenistic Age is associated with the spread of _______ culture.
Greek