Greece Test #2 Quiz

God of the underworld in Greek Mythology.

Which city did Alexander develop that was known as a beacon for Greek culture; had a famous research library/museum.

Drank Hemlock for corrupting Athens young and denying the gods (rather than recanting his beliefs or being exiled).

King of Persia, fought against Alexander the Great during his conquest.

The Greeks are famous for various types of columns, known as the "three orders." The simple capital column is the...

Which philosophy was named for "porch sitters," as they enjoyed philosophical discussions outside the Acropolis?

Seleucus took over the once Persian Empire after Alexander the Great's death.

Greek Tragedies and Comedies were displayed in theater productions to honor Dionysus.

Doctors take an oath to "do no harm," practice medicine ethically and protect the patient. That oath is named after?

When Alexander would conquer a new land he would often allow the former local rulers to continue to rule.

What was the main two purposes of city of Alexandria? (pick two)

The mathematician/inventor that created the water screw for pulling up ground water and calculating Pi.

In "The Republic," which is NOT one of the influential theories of Plato?

King of Macedonia, a brilliant general and ruthless politician that began to expand the military and perfect weaponry.

This philosopher was a descendant of Greek kings. From Greek aristocracy. Parents connected to Athenian Government.

Plato's most influencial book?

What was used as explanations of natural disasters/phenomena for the Greeks? Creation of things (animals), etc.

This general took over the original Greek/Macedonian territory.

This philosopher founded the Lyceum (meaning "lectures"), with a focus on science.

After Alexander's death, Ptolemy took over this territory.

King of all the gods in Greek Mythology.

The most ornate column fluted with leaves is known as the____order.

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The mathematician that created the theory of the relationship between the sides of a right angle.

He died without a succession plan, his empire was split among 3 of his generals.

Which two city-states joined together to fight the Macedonians led by King Philip II.

The mathematician that wrote, "The Elements." The basis for geometry.

What major areas did Alexander conquer?

This philosopher thought that the government/state should control education in order to create a more perfect society.

King Philip, with Alexanders help, defeated the Greeks in the battle of

How did Alexander the Great die?

Philosopher credited for the first botanical gardens and zoo in The Lyceum, and later in Alexandria, Egypt

The Greeks are famous for their various types of columns. The twin scrolls column is known as the___order.

The blending of cultures in cities conquered by Alexander. Shared a common Greek dialect & culture.

This philosopher founded "The Academy" with a focus on Math.

"The Republic" would serve as inspiration for two types of government (pick one of the two answers)?

Alexandria, Egypt had the world's first research library

Greek thinkers, Greek word meaning “lovers of wisdom."

What did Alexander say should happen to his empire?

Goddess of War and Wisdom; The Parthenon, in Athens, was dedicated to her.

Alexander connected his cities in these ways EXCEPT for...