10 Questions
Which city founded the colony of Syracuse on the island of Sicily?
Corinth
What percentage of the land in Ancient Greece was arable and useful for agriculture?
20%
What were the main agricultural products of Ancient Greece?
Olives and grapes
What did Ancient Greece usually import from other countries?
Grain
What was a common problem faced by Ancient Greek farmers?
Droughts
What did the typical Greek farmer use for transportation?
Horses and mules
What were the major colonies founded by the island city of Miletos?
Kyzikos and Sinope
What were the basic foods and materials obtained from farm animals in Ancient Greece?
Eggs, milk, and wool
What was the weather like in Ancient Greece?
Hot, dry summers and moderate winters
Which city founded the colony of Thurri on the Italian mainland?
Athens
Test your knowledge on the geography of Greece, a major civilization of the Ancient World located within the Balkans in southeastern Europe. Learn about the landmass of Greece, including the Peloponnese Peninsula and its surrounding islands like Crete.
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