Greece's Golden Age

Question 1

Why did city-states in the Delian League revolt against Athens?

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They resented not having a say in the government.

Question 2

Which scientific field originated in classical Greece?

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astronomy

Question 3

Which mathematical achievement is associated with ancient Greece?

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proving the theorem of right triangles

Question 4

Which statement correctly describes the Socratic method?

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The Socratic method used questions to find the truth.

Question 5

Although voting in Athens was limited to male citizens, which ideal expressed by Pericles is also associated with democracy in the United States?

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People should receive equal treatment under the law.

Question 6

The Peloponnesian War lasted for almost

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thirty years.

Question 7

During the Golden Age of Athens, male citizens

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could hold an office if they were chosen by lot.

Question 8

During the Golden Age of Athens, a tribute was

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a tax paid to the empire.

Question 9

Which technological advancement from classical Greece is still used today?

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The Archimedean screw

Question 10

What is a direct democracy?

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a political system in which the people make decisions about the issues that affect them

Greece's Golden Age Answers