Food
Modern Greek food is similar to:
Ancient Greek food
Boo! comes from the Greek verb βοαω, meaning I _________.
Shout!
What is the primary religion of modern Greece?
Eastern Orthodox Christianity
What do you call a liquid offering (usually wine) to the gods?
Libation
What type of government does modern Greece have?
Republic
What farming technique allows the Greeks to cultivate on mountainous terrain?
Terracing
Dinosaur comes from δεινος, meaning ______, and σαυρος, meaning lizard.
Terrible
Who was the first person to come to Greek territory to preach Christianity in 49 CE?
St. Paul
What part of an animal would be burned as a dedication to the gods?
Bones and fat
How long is one term for the Greek presidency?
5 years
What are the two main Greek staple crops?
Olives and Grapes
Calligraphy comes from the Greek καλος, beautiful, and γραφω, meaning?
I/to write
What is the second most common religion in Greece?
Nonreligious
What color animal would be sacrificed to Hades?
Black
How many administrative regions exist in Modern Greece?
13
What dessert is made of honey, almonds, and pastry dough?
Baklava
The word Hippopotamus literally means what in Greek?
River Horse
These people see ancient Greek gods as representations of important values:
Neopagans
What is augury?
Reading of bird signs and omens to interpret the will of the gods
What type government did Athens invent?
Direct Democracy
What is the most important/prominent domesticated animal in Greece?
Goat
According to the British council, approx. how many English words come from Ancient Greek?
150,000
Who made Christianity legal in Ancient Greece?
Emperor Constantine
What symbol is thought to ward off evil spirits and intentions in modern Greece?
Evil eye
How many kings did ancient Sparta have?
2