Classical Greece Quiz

1. Which Greek philosopher became known for his question-and-answer teaching style?

A. Aristotle
B. Plato
C. Socrates
D. Xenophon

2. What did the Greek author Aesop write?

A. fables that teach moral lessons
B. histories of Greek wars
C. mythologies about Greek deities
D. treatises on philosophy

3. What art form, performed in amphitheaters, formed a center of Greek cultural life?

A. comedic and tragic plays
B. readings of epic poetry
C. lessons in rhetoric
D. public political debates

4. Ancient Greeks are best known for what type of art?

A. abstract and geometric mosaics
B. paintings of mythological beasts and deities
C. sculptures of the human form
D. tapestries depicting historic events

5. What common Greek architectural feature does the Parthenon display?

A. arches
B. columns
C. domes
D. turrets

6. How did ancient Greek courts resemble those of the United States?

A. They included summaries of evidence.
B. They protected against cruel and unusual punishment.
C. They provided for a trial by jury.
D. They secured citizens the right to an attorney.

7. What significant contributions to learning did Aristotle make?

8. What aspects of Athenian democracy did the United States adopt?