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Practice - Prehistory and Ancient Civilisations - 06

Hello, young historians! Are you ready to voyage back in time to the world of the Ancient Greeks? They were known for their powerful gods, magnificent architecture, and remarkable thinkers. Let's see how much you've learned about this fascinating civilisation. Grab your thinking hats, and let's begin this adventure!
1 .
What are the three types of columns used variably in Greek architecture?
Norman, Gothic, and Roman
Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian
Byzantine, Romanesque, and Mediaeval
Classic, Baroque, and Romantic
The three orders of classical Greek architecture are the Doric, Ionic and Corinthian.
2 .
Who was the king of the gods in Greek mythology?
Poseidon
Hermes
Apollo
Zeus
In Greek mythology, Zeus is the sky and thunder god who served as king of the gods on Mount Olympus.
3 .
What is the Parthenon?
A Greek theatre
An ancient market
A temple
A public meeting space
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis dedicated to the goddess Athena.
4 .
Which of the following was NOT a city-state in Ancient Greece?
Sparta
Troy
Athens
Corinth
Troy is a famous location from Ancient Greek mythology, but it wasn't a Greek city-state.
5 .
Who were Romulus and Remus?
Two famous gladiators
Twin brothers who founded Rome
The richest men in Rome
Roman Emperors
According to lore, Romulus and Remus were twin brothers who founded Rome. Romulus eventually became the city's first king.
6 .
What type of government was established in Athens around 500 BC?
Monarchy
Feudal System
Democracy
Oligarchy
Around 500 BC, Athens established a system of 'democracy' where citizens could vote on laws and public policies.
7 .
What was the culture of Sparta?
Democratic
Agricultural
Military
Scientific
Sparta was known for being a military society ruled by two kings and an oligarchy, or small group of people having control.
8 .
Which Roman Emperor famously fiddled while Rome burned?
Caligula
Nero
Claudius
Vespasian
Emperor Nero is infamously associated with the phrase 'fiddled while Rome burned', representing indifference during a crisis.
9 .
What was the highest mountain in Ancient Greece, believed to be the home of the gods?
Mount Etna
Mount Vesuvius
Mount Olympus
Mount Elbrus
Mount Olympus was considered the home of the gods in Ancient Greek mythology.
10 .
Who is considered the 'Father of History' in the Greek tradition?
Hercules
Herodotus
Homer
Hermes
Herodotus, a Greek historian from the 5th Century BC, is often called the 'Father of History'.
Author:  Graeme Haw

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