Mythology
Who is the king of the Greek gods?
Zeus
What bread is used in gyros?
Pita
What is the capital of Greece?
Athens
What ancient event held in Greece involved sports competitions between city-states?
The Olympic Games
What two colours are on the Greek flag?
Blue and white
Who is the god of the sea?
Poseidon
What cheese is used in Greek salad?
Feta
What sea lies south of Greece?
The Mediterranean Sea
What type of government started in Athens?
Democracy
What is the name of the long race inspired by a Greek messenger?
Marathon
Who is the goddess of wisdom?
Athena
What dessert is made with honey and thin pastry layers?
Baklava
What famous island is known for white buildings and blue roofs?
Santorini
Who was the Greek leader who built a large empire?
Alexander the Great
What popular movie musical set in Greece features ABBA songs?
Mamma Mia
What creature had the body of a man and the head of a bull?
The Minotaur
What grilled meat on a stick is popular in Greece?
Souvlaki
What is the largest island in Greece?
Crete
What two city-states fought in a famous war, Athens and what?
Sparta
What do people traditionally smash at some Greek celebrations?
Plates
What river do souls cross to reach the underworld?
The River Styx
What strong drink flavored with anise is popular in Greece?
Ouzo
What ancient hilltop site in Athens includes the Parthenon?
The Acropolis
What empire ruled Greece before independence?
Ottoman Empire
What is the traditional Greek dance often done in a line or circle?
Sirtaki