In what way was religion in ancient Greece closely connected to the government and civic pride?

government officials acted as priests

Why were many oracles female?

Greeks believed females were more intuitive.

This was a way ancient Greeks tried to foresee the future?

interpreting the flight patterns of birds

How did most Greek women get their clothing?

Most women created their own clothing.

How did men wear the chiton differently than women?

Men wore a shorter chiton, draped the fabric under their arm.

What seas surround Greece?

Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean

Name two reasons why the Greeks had trouble with farming.

1. soil was not rich 2. mountainous land

How were Greek temples different from modern churches used today?

Used as houses for the gods, not a place for believers to come together.

What about Greece's location contributed to its culture and prosperity?

Location allowed for trade: olive oil, grains, and grapes.

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1
According to Greek mythology, where did the 12 major Greek gods live?
Mt. Everest
Mt. Olympia
Mt. Olympus
Mt. Rushmore
2
What was the main footwear in ancient Greece?
barefoot or leather shoes
sandals or work boots
sandals or flip flops
barefoot or sandals
3
In what way was religion in ancient Greece closely connected to the government and civic pride?
government officials helped citizens build temples
government officials acted as priests
government officials acted as gods
government officials served as soldiers
4
How did Greeks imagine their gods and goddesses to be?
humanlike
puppylike
childlike
godlike
5
Why were many oracles female?
Greeks believed females were more intuitive.
Greeks believed females had more free time.
Greeks believed it was their fate.
Greeks believed females were more honest.
6
This was a way ancient Greeks tried to foresee the future?
visiting a psychic
interpreting the flight patterns of birds
crystal ball
interpreting the tides of the seas
7
What article of clothing did both women and men wear?
himation
greaves
chiton
8
How did most Greek women get their clothing?
Most women wore clothing made in India.
Most women purchased their clothing from merchants at the ports.
Most women created their own clothing.
Most women bought their clothing at the polis agora.
9
How often did citizens go to the Oracle of Delphi to hear a prophecy?
The 17th day of every month.
The 7th day of the 7th month.
The 7th day of every month.
The 7th month of every year.
10
How did men wear the chiton differently than women?
Men wore a shorter chiton, draped the fabric under their arm.
Men wore a shorter chiton with a himation draped over it.
Men wore a blue chiton with a leather belt.
Men wore an ankle length chiton, draped the fabric under their arm.
11
What seas surround Greece?
Aegean, Ionian, and Red
Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean
Mediterranean, Red, and Black
Ionian, Mediterranean, and Black
12
Name two reasons why the Greeks had trouble with farming.
1. soil was not rich 2. mountainous land
1. soil was not rich 2. no irrigation
1. bad climate 2. lack of fresh water
1. mountainous land 2. nutrient rich soil
13
How were Greek temples different from modern churches used today?
Used as a place for believers to come together to pray.
Used as houses for the gods, not a place for believers to come together.
Considered houses for the gods, for believers to come together to pray.
14
What did some women wear to show they were part of a higher social group?
silk lined chiton
bright makeup
long, braided hair
elaborate jewelry
15
What about Greece's location contributed to its culture and prosperity?
Location allowed for trade: olive oil, grains, and grapes.
Seas located near Greece stopped Greek culture and prosperity.
Location helped Greeks so they could trade with America.
Location near Europe helped contribute to its culture & prosperity.

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