Many people in ancient Greece were able to travel by what method?
By sea
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Greek bard and author of The Iliad and The Odyssey.
Homer
100
Which city-state did democracy begin in?
Athens
100
Give 3 examples of how the Olympics can be compared to the World Cup.
Countries come from all over the world to compete, nations put aside their differences when competing, and when they return home, athletes are treated as heroes
200
Which civilization is considered the first Greeks because they used an early form of the language?
The Mycenaeans
200
Homer wrote about events in which Greek war?
The Trojan War
200
Why was democracy a unique form of government?
People had a direct say in government
300
Which climate best describes the island of Crete?
Mild with fertile soil
300
What crops grew well in Greece?
Wheat, barley, grapes, olives
300
How is democracy in ancient Greece similar to democracy today in the United States?
Government is ruled by the people
400
Olives were used in what ways?
Cooking, lamp fuel, bathing, perfumes
400
What 5 events were held at the Olympic Games?
Wrestling, long jumping, discus and javelin throwing, boxing, and running
400
How is democracy in ancient Greece different from democracy today in the United States?
In Athens, women and slaves could not vote. In the United States, all citizens can vote.
500
What country is modern-day Asia Minor?
Turkey
500
What is the island south of Italy called?
Sicily
500
In order to represent democracy, what common item is used in United States architecture that was borrowed from the Greeks?