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Random facts about Greece.
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1
How many years has the Greek language been around?
1030
2500
500
3000
2
How many pounds of bronze armor did warriors in Greece wear?
15
70
30
80
3
When did the first Olympic games take place? And who was the first champion?
580 BC; Nurmi
890 BC; Marcus Aurelius
435 BC; Zapotek
776 BC; Coroebus
4
How many bulls would Greece sacrifice to Zeus during each olympics?
500
50
100
250
5
In what way were democracies in Greece different from modern democracies?
More strict and less people orientated.
more invasive and thorough
Both more particapatory and exclusive.
more modern and innovative
6
What is the name of the first historian who is considered to be Greek?
Herodotus
Plato
Aristotle
Socrates
7
Why do Greek's make a puff notion with pursed lips after they give someone a compliment?
To show respect
To protect the person from the evil eye.
None of these
To show their thanks
8
What percent of Greek adults are unemployed?
20%
15%
35%
10%
9
Why are many Greek structures such as doors, window sills and church domes painted blue?
Blue is a color of wisdom
Blue wards off all evil
Blue is the color of christianity
Blue is a pleasant color to look at
10
How many months of paid vacation every year do Greek workers get?
2 months
2 days
1 month
3 weeks
11
What are the two major parties of Greece?
Socialists and Democrats
Radicals and Conservatives
Legislative and Executive
Republicans and Democrats
12
Slaves made up what percent of Greece?
5%
40-80%
35%
10%
13
What is Greece's official name?
The Mother Land
Sparta
Mcedonia
The Hellenic Republic
14
Which US state is comparable to the size of Greece?
Georgia
Alabama
Texas
New York
15
Which animal has become a part of Greece's natural and cultural heritage?
Beluga Whale
Monk Seal
Lion
Mountain Goat
16
What is the name of Greece's national cheese?
Provolone
Feta
Juustoleipa
Teneri
17
How many navigable rivers does Greece have?
0
7
10
5
18
What sort of art was revolutionized by Greece?
Painting
Sculpture
Ballet
Architecture
19
What city is the most popular city for tourism in Greece?
Delphia
Athens
Olympia
Rhodes
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What is the national sport of Greece?
cricket
football
tennis
Soccer
