Civilization of Greece
Where were the Olympics held and how often would it occur in ancient Greece?
Olympia and every 4 years.
Which city state was all about war, and which was about wisdom?
Sparta was about war, and Athens was about wisdom.
How many Spartans fought the Persians in the Persian War?
1,400 Spartans.
What kind of architecture did the Greeks give us?
Crepidoma, hypostyle columns, entablature, and pediment.
What is a labyrinth?
A maze, numbering of connecting passages so arranged that it is hard to find one's way from point to point.
What peninsula Greece lies on?
The Balkan Peninsula.
What government did Athens develop?
Democracy.
What is the battle of Troy and Greece called?
The Trojan War.
Who started Democracy?
Athens.
What is a hoplite?
A heavily armed Greek foot soldier who fought in close formation with others.
About how long ago was ancient Greece?
4000 B.C.
How many city states were there and what were their names?(There is another one we never really talked about, if you get that one you'll get 400 extra points)
5 city states, and Megara, Sparta, Athens, Argos, Corinth.(The 6th one is Thebes)
What does the phrase "Beware the Greeks bearing gifts" mean?
Do not accept gifts from your enemies.
What did Euclid write his book on during Hellenistic Age?
He wrote it on geometry.
What is a trireme?
A Greek ship with three rows of oars, one above another, on each side.
What did Minoans eat?
Fish, birds, and beef
What league united the city states for protection?
The Delian league.
Where was the location of the battle that Alexander the Great got shot with an arrow.
At Gaza.
What did Socrates enjoy?
Mathematics, History, and Debate.
What is Philosophy?
The study of truth and principals underlying all real knowledge.
What soil, climate, and what amount of water did Crete have?
Rich soil, perfect climate, and plenty of water.
Which city state, and why were the Olympic games held?
Athens, and it was a celebration for Zeus.
What is the Persian War?
The famous battle on the plain of Marathon a large number of Persians with bows and arrows fought the Greeks.
What did Plato believe an ideal city should have?
10,000 people so Democracy can be assured.
What is corbel?
A bracket of stone, wood, or other material.