Mr. Max Trivia
Will Mr. Max's hair ever grow back?
...
no.
This had to be lost for the people to believe they were able to rebel against the current dynasty
The Mandate of Heaven
Every four years, we hold games to commemorate these games introduced by the Ancient Greeks
The Olympics
Although Greece lacked fertile land, they were able to grow this crop in abundance
Olive trees/olives
A government where one king or queen rules the people.
Monarchy
What are the names of my two cats?
Bucky (also accept: Bug, Buggy, Bugless, Baby Buck/Bug)
Norman (also accept: Norm, Nico, Numby, Tucker, No-man)
Qin Shi Huang drank this element thinking it would make him immortal
Mercury
Ancient Greeks relied on this geographical feature for many of their natural resources
The sea
Greece lies on the crossroads of these 3 continents.
Europe, Africa, and Asia
A system of government where all citizens have a say in laws and decisions.
Democracy
True or False: Mr. Max's vehicle is reliable and fuel efficient.
False, it is trash.
The period of decline was almost always marked by these two things (one human made, one not so much)
High taxes and natural disasters
Although the Greek city states wee very different, there was one thing they all had in common
Language and/or Religion
Greek's mainland is considered this geographical feature (the country is made up of two of these thanks to its placement on the sea)
Peninsula
A type of government where a few wealthy people have control.
Oligarchy
What is one of Mr. Max's favorite bands?
Phish
Starting in the Shang dynasty, these were used by political leaders to find answers to important questions
Oracle Bones
Aristotle's contributions to academics include a method that is still the foundation of which core subject in school?
Science (I'll accept Philosophy)
Why is Greece's placement on the Mediterranean Sea so important to its development and influence?
They were able to trade and travel extensively. This built wealth and relationships throughout the world.
According to the Athenian constitution, who was allowed to vote?
free, male citizens
What are the three earthbound aliens according to Mr. Max?
Mushrooms, Cactus, Dolphins
The Gobi Desert borders China and this frequent invader of Ancient China to the north
Mongolia
It is believed that Spartans would leave sickly babies to die on this mountain
Mount Taygetos (honestly I'll accept Mount T.)
How might the development of city-states instead of one unified country relate to the geography of Greece?
The majority of Greece's mainland was covered in mountains and its territory included many islands.
How does the lottery relate to Athenian government?
Eligible citizens would volunteer their name for the opportunity to serve in the Athenian government. Names were chosen by lottery.