Greek Mythology
Medea
Hellenistic Empire
Ancient Sites
Miscellaneous
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Which Greek deity is connected to the ancient site of Delphi?
Apollo
1
Who acts as a moral commentator throughout the play?
The Chorus
1
Whose death started the Hellenistic period?
Alexander the Great
1
Of the seven ancient wonders of the world, which is the only one that still exists today?
The Pyramids of Giza
1
Which fabric was invented in Ancient China?
Silk
2
Which Greek deity does this statue portray?
Athena
2
Who wrote Medea?
Euripides
2
What is the term given to Alexander's generals who competed for control of his empire?
Diadochi
2
Name one ancient city that was devastated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Double points if you can name both.
Pompeii and Herculaneum
2
According to Buddhist tradition, in which modern country was the Buddha born?
Nepal
3
Who was the ancient Roman equivalent of Zeus?
Jupiter
3
What two items did Medea poison?
A robe and crown
3
Which ancient city in Egypt became a major centre of learning during the Hellenistic era?
Alexandria
3
Which Chinese emperor is responsible for the Great Wall of China?
Qin Shi Huang
3
Which event is usually considered to mark the end of the ancient period?
The fall of the Western Roman Empire
4
The Eleusianian Mysteries were sacred rites held annually for the cult of which Greek deity?
Demeter
4
Who did Medea kill to help Jason acquire the Golden Fleece?
Her brother
4
Which of Alexander's generals was alleged to have felt faint when passing statues of Alexander?
Cassander
4
In which country would you find the Pyramid of the Sun?
Mexico
4
The Art of War is an ancient text that originates from which ancient society?
Ancient China
5
What is the term for excessive pride or self-confidence, often appearing in Greek mythology?
Hubris
5
What is peripeteia?
A sudden reversal of fortune for the tragic hero
5
Cleopatra VII belonged to which Hellenistic dynasty?
The Ptolemaic dynasty
5
In what decade was Tutankhamun's tomb discovered?
1920s
5
The Byzantine Empire was a continuation of which powerful ancient empire?
The Roman Empire