Who played key role in transforming Athens into a cultural hub after the Greco-Persian Wars, and how was this achieved?

Pericles; using funds from military conquests

What do the myths associated with Greek and Māori Gods typically revolve around?

Deeds,creationsattributed eventsActions thingscreated orevents linkedtoGods

Why did the Greeks believe we have seasons, and what's an example of a good behavior they valued in stories?

Seasons are caused by gods; Valued: Bei

When did the reconstruction of Athens, particularly the Southern and Northern walls begin after the sack by the Persians

480 BCE;Immediately after the sack by the Persians.

Why did the ancient Greeks/Romans love and admire Heracles, according to the text?

he represented everything they valuedCourage,strength,cunning, masculinity

What was the role of Athenian women in society, and how did it differ from Spartan women?

Athenians were housewive without education Spartan more freedom, education

What is Achilles' fatal flaw, and how is it portrayed in the Iliad, specifically in relation to Briseis and Patroclus?

Pride, anger, and vengeance;Evident when denied what he desires.

What was the Athenian response to the destruction of the giant Athena Promachos in Constantinople?

No action taken;Considered it a loss.

How did the Greeks see their gods, and what feeling did they associate with them in stories and art?

Gods were powerful beings; associated with fear

Who is Heracles/Hercules, and who are his parents according to the text?

Son of Zeus and Alcmene (disguised as Amphitryon);Raised by the king.

What were the typical actions that heroes, like Achilles, took to make the world a better place, according to the text?

Killing bad kings, or righting wrongs;Acts of heroism and bravery.

How did Heracles contribute to making the world a better place, and what was his role as a 'civilising hero'?

By conquering bad creatures in his 12 labours making world safer/civilized.

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1
At its peak by the end of the 400s BCE, what was the population range of Sparta according to historical sources?
40,000 to 600,000
10,000 to 20,000
5,000 to 10,000
1 million to 2 million
2
Who played key role in transforming Athens into a cultural hub after the Greco-Persian Wars, and how was this achieved?
Pericles; using funds from military conquests
Kings; establishing cultural alliances
Kekrops I; promoting artistic endeavors
Lycurgus; implementing economic reforms
3
What do the myths associated with Greek and Māori Gods typically revolve around?
Everyday activities;Describing the routine lives of Gods.
Historical events;Documenting past wars and conflicts.
Deeds,creationsattributed eventsActions thingscreated orevents linkedtoGods
Future predictions;Foretelling what will happen in the world.
4
Why did the Greeks believe we have seasons, and what's an example of a good behavior they valued in stories?
Seasons are caused by gods; Valued: Bei
Seasons are a punishment from the gods; Valued: Unconditional love
Seasons have no explanation in Greek mythology; Valued: Excellence
Seasons are a result of natural processes; Valued: Pride
5
When did the reconstruction of Athens, particularly the Southern and Northern walls begin after the sack by the Persians
450 BCE;During the Mycenaean period.
480 BCE;Immediately after the sack by the Persians.
400 BCE;After the construction of the Parthenon.
500 BCE;A decade after the Persian invasion.
6
Why did the ancient Greeks/Romans love and admire Heracles, according to the text?
he was a peaceful philosopher;Promoting intellectual pursuits.
he was flawless and perfect in everyway symbol of ideal perfection
he was skilled artist/musician contributed to cultural enrichmentof society
he represented everything they valuedCourage,strength,cunning, masculinity
7
What is the approximate settlement date of Athens according to historical evidence?
4000 BCE
1000 BCE
500 BCE
3000 BCE
8
If a religion is "Monotheistic," what does that mean?
Belief in many gods and goddesses
Belief in an afterlife
Belief in one singular god
Rejecting the idea of gods
9
What was the role of Athenian women in society, and how did it differ from Spartan women?
Athenians were housewive without education Spartan more freedom, education
Athenian; Spartan both highly educated participated in athletic contests
Athenian educated, worked outside the home; Spartan women were housewives
Both Athenian and Spartan women had equal rights and opportunities
10
What is Achilles' fatal flaw, and how is it portrayed in the Iliad, specifically in relation to Briseis and Patroclus?
Fear and cowardice; Demonstrated when facing formidable opponents.
Pride, anger, and vengeance;Evident when denied what he desires.
Wisdom and restraint;Shown in thoughtful decision-making.
Compassion and empathy;Displayed in acts of kindness to fellow warriors
11
What was the Athenian response to the destruction of the giant Athena Promachos in Constantinople?
Reconstruction in Athens;Duplicated in its original size.
Honoring Athena in a different way;Building a new temple.
Commissioning a new sculpture;Smaller than the original.
No action taken;Considered it a loss.
12
How did the Greeks see their gods, and what feeling did they associate with them in stories and art?
Gods were powerful beings; associated with fear
Gods were not important in daily life; associated with indifference
Gods were distant and uninvolved; associated with love
Gods were like regular people; associated with admiration
13
Who is Heracles/Hercules, and who are his parents according to the text?
Son of Poseidon and Megara;Raised by Zeus.
Son of Hermes and Hera;Raised by Alcmene
Son of Zeus and Alcmene (disguised as Amphitryon);Raised by the king.
Son of Hera and Amphitryon;Raised by Alcmene.
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What were the typical actions that heroes, like Achilles, took to make the world a better place, according to the text?
Engaging in philosophical discussions;Promoting intellectual growth.
Pursuing personal interests;Ignoring the problems of the world.
Creating art and culture;Enhancing the aesthetic value of society.
Killing bad kings, or righting wrongs;Acts of heroism and bravery.
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How did Heracles contribute to making the world a better place, and what was his role as a 'civilising hero'?
By conquering bad creatures in his 12 labours making world safer/civilized.
By spreading knowledge and education;Encouraging peace and harmony.
By engaging in political leadership;Establishing just and fair governance.
By creating art and culture;Enhancing the aesthetic value of the world.

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