Ancient Greece: Key Geography and Locations

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Which geographic feature was essential for trade and travel to the east of mainland Greece?

  • Ionian Sea
  • Mount Olympus
  • Mediterranean Sea
  • Aegean Sea (correct)

How did the geography of Greece, specifically its abundance of mountains and proximity to the sea, influence the development of its civilization?

  • It led to the development of independent city-states and maritime trade. (correct)
  • It encouraged a unified agricultural economy across the region.
  • It fostered the creation of large, centralized empires.
  • It resulted in isolation and a lack of cultural exchange with neighboring civilizations.

What was the primary impact of terrace farming on ancient Greece?

  • It decreased the amount of arable land.
  • It reduced the need for trade with other civilizations.
  • It allowed for the construction of larger harbors.
  • It enabled cultivation on hillsides. (correct)

How did the establishment of Greek colonies address the challenges faced by ancient Greek city-states?

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What strategic advantage did the Isthmus of Corinth provide to the Peloponnesus?

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How did the Hellespont strait influence the economic activities of ancient Greece?

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What role did harbors play in the economic activities of ancient Greek city-states?

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How did the limited natural resources of Greece impact its economic development?

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How did the rivalry between city-states, such as Athens and Sparta, impact the political landscape of ancient Greece?

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What was the function of the agora in a Greek city-state?

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Flashcards

Peninsula

A landmass surrounded by water on three sides (e.g., Greece itself).

Archipelago

A chain of islands, such as the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea.

Aegean Sea

The body of water to the east of mainland Greece, essential for trade and travel.

Mediterranean Sea

The larger sea that surrounds Greece and connects it to other ancient civilizations.

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Ionian Sea

The sea located west of Greece, between Greece and Italy.

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Mount Olympus

The tallest mountain in Greece, believed to be the home of the gods.

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Peloponnesus

The southern part of mainland Greece, home to Sparta.

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Attica

The region where Athens is located.

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Polis

A Greek city-state, such as Athens or Sparta.

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Agora

A central public space used for markets and gatherings.

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Study Notes

  • Peninsula: A landmass surrounded by water on three sides, like Greece itself.
  • Archipelago: A chain of islands, such as the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea.
  • Aegean Sea: The body of water to the east of mainland Greece, essential for trade and travel.
  • Mediterranean Sea: The larger sea surrounding Greece connects it to other ancient civilizations.
  • Ionian Sea: Located west of Greece, between Greece and Italy.
  • Mount Olympus is the tallest mountain in Greece.
    • Believed to be the home of the gods.
  • Peloponnesus: The southern part of mainland Greece, home to Sparta.
  • Attica is the region where Athens is located.
  • Crete is the largest Greek island.
    • Home to the Minoan civilization.
  • Macedonia: The region to the north of Greece, home to Alexander the Great.
  • Isthmus of Corinth: A narrow land bridge connecting the Peloponnesus to mainland Greece.
  • Polis: A Greek city-state, like Athens or Sparta.
  • Acropolis: A high city or fortress, often the center of a Greek city-state.
  • Agora is a central public space used for markets and gatherings.
  • Colony: A settlement established by Greeks in distant lands.
    • Due to population growth and resource scarcity
  • Trade: The primary economic activity, as Greece lacked many natural resources.
  • Harbor: A sheltered area along the coast used for ships and trade.
  • Terrace Farming: A technique used on Greek hillsides to create flat areas for farming.
  • City-State Rivalry existed between independent Greek polises like Athens and Sparta.
  • Hellespont: A narrow strait linking the Aegean Sea and the Black Sea, crucial for trade.

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