Athenian democracy was based on the participation of citizens in governing the city.
True
Ancient Greek colonies were city-states founded by a _______ city. (the metropolis)
Mother
Where did the Minoan civilization emerge
On the island of Crete
Which groups made up the Ancient Greeks?
The Achaeans, the Dorians and others
Traditional or legendary story
Myth
All Athenians had the same rights.
False
The bond between a colony and its ______ was close.
Metropoli
Who unified all of Hellas under one monarchy?
Alexander the Great
The Greco-Persian Wars were fought between who?
Athenians and Persians
The original name for Greece
Hellas
The form of government known as a monarchy originated in Athens in the 5th century BC
False
The aim of the colony was to generate more ______ for the metropolis.
Wealth
What kind of alphabet did the Ancient Greeks use?
A syllabic alphabet with vowels
What kind of religion did the Ancient Greeks follow?
A polytheistic religion
Name for the people of Ancient Greece
Hellenes
The Greek poleis were small independent city states that shared the same language, religion, culture and territory.
True
The colonies usually consulted with the metropolis on important _____, such as a new colonisaction.
Decision
The Delian League was created by ____ because?
By Athens to defend itself against possible attacks from the Persians
What were Panhellenic festivals?
Religious, cultural and Sporting festivals held to honor the gods
Someone who does not speak Greek
Barbarian
Greek civilization originated on the west coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
False
Colonies were politically _____, but usually adopted the constitution of the metropolis.
Independent
The Treasury of Delos consisted of taxes that?
That Athens collected from the poleis that made up the Delian League
The Peloponnesian League was created why?
To organize a coalition of cities to confront Athens.
Relating to all Greeks
Panhellenic