Greece and Rome Geo and Culture

Centralized location allowed for possible future unification, expansion, and empire creation.

How do historians know about the pre-Greek civilization known as the Minoans?

Access to waterways, seas, straits for good trade and transportation.

Which of the following is the best example of a public work provided by the ancient Romans?

What was the significance of the Etruscans?

The Minoan civilization’s wealth and success was based on:

Jagged, rocky terrain & many small islands led to the development of separate, independent city-states.

Had mountains for protection, but was not mountainous, as it had broad, fertile plains for agriculture.

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the effect of Rome’s geography vs. Greece’s geography?

Had several flooding rivers and the need for irrigation systems similar to the River Valley Civilizations.