Greek and Persian Midterm Study Guide
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Who was eligible to participate in the assembly that approved major decisions in Sparta?

  • All citizens regardless of age
  • Male citizens of any age
  • Female citizens over the age of 30
  • Male native-born Spartans over the age of 30 (correct)

    • What was one method used by Spartan officials to ensure the fitness of future soldiers?

  • Regular health assessments throughout childhood
  • Abandoning sickly newborns to die (correct)
  • Providing extensive military training to all children
  • Incorporating advanced nutrition programs for newborns

    • What was the primary focus of daily life for Spartans beginning at a young age?

  • Military training and discipline (correct)
  • Social gatherings and celebrations
  • Exploration and trade
  • Academic education and arts

    • What was one consequence for Spartan boys if they were caught stealing food?

    <p>They were beaten severely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did Darius implement during his reign over the Persian Empire?

    <p>He divided the empire into 20 satrapies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Cyrus the Great's claim regarding his rule over the Persian Empire?

    <p>He had the divine blessing of the gods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Persian Empire support trade within its territories?

    <p>By constructing the Royal Road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated Xerxes to initiate war against the Greeks?

    <p>To avenge the defeat at the Battle of Marathon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marked the clash between the Persian Empire and Greece?

    <p>The burning of Persepolis by Alexander the Great</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following contributions is associated with the equestrian people of Scythia?

    <p>Military contributions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the Greek city-states that emerged during the Archaic age?

    <p>Polis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Greeks view the works of Homer in relation to their history?

    <p>As historical documentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one factor that influenced the formation of the Greek polis?

    <p>The rise of monumental buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'mythology of the city-state' refer to?

    <p>The unique Greek perception of political organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lasting impact did the Greeks have on their colonies?

    <p>Exportation of governmental systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which civilization is recognized for its ivory and gold contributions to the Persian Empire?

    <p>India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary expectation of Spartan women regarding their husbands and sons?

    <p>They were expected to be brave in war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the ephors in the Spartan government?

    <p>A group of five elected men responsible for education and conduct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Spartan government structure prevent the introduction of new ideas?

    <p>By limiting foreigners' access and restricting Spartan travel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Spartan mother’s words upon her son's death?

    <p>She expressed pride in his sacrifice for Sparta.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the assembly of male citizens play in the Spartan government?

    <p>They elected the ephors and council of elders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Sparta’s primary ideal according to their societal values?

    <p>The art of war.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Sparta maintain control over the Peloponnesus?

    <p>Through military strength and fear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who composed the council of elders in Sparta?

    <p>The two kings and twenty-eight citizens over sixty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary outcome of Cleisthenes's reforms in 508 BCE?

    <p>Created the Council of Five Hundred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assembly had final authority in passing laws in the Athenian political system?

    <p>Assembly of all male citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term began to be used by Athenians to describe their system of governance in the fifth century?

    <p>Democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city-state was considered the most powerful at the time?

    <p>Thebes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which god was recognized as the patron deity of Thebes?

    <p>Dionysus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of government did Thebes have?

    <p>Oligarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant feature of the Boeotian League organized by Thebes?

    <p>It was organized into 11 districts comprising city-states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary role of the Council of Five Hundred?

    <p>To manage foreign and financial affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did satraps play in the Persian Empire?

    <p>They acted as governors responsible for administration and tax collection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did cultural pluralism contribute to the effectiveness of the Persian Empire?

    <p>By allowing diverse cultural practices that enhanced expertise and exchange.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What agricultural advancement contributed to increased production in the Persian Empire?

    <p>A comprehensive irrigation system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant outcome of the Persian Empire's imperial bureaucracy?

    <p>It promoted loyalty and centralized administration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature of the Persian Empire reflected its immense wealth and power?

    <p>Elaborate imperial centers and grand structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did Zoroastrianism contribute to the unity of the Persian Empire?

    <p>Through its universal principles appealing to diverse groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism did the Persian Empire use for tax collection?

    <p>A system of predictable taxes based on wealth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Persian Empire utilize selective borrowing?

    <p>By respecting and incorporating practices from other cultures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Temple of Zeus best known for?

    <p>Housing a golden and ivory statue of Zeus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symbols were commonly associated with Zeus?

    <p>Thunderbolts and eagles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant role did the Prytaneum play in Ancient Greece?

    <p>A place where Olympic victors feasted together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form of government did Corinth experience during the rule of the Bacchiadae Family?

    <p>Monarchy and Oligarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which festival was likely associated with the worship of Zeus?

    <p>The Olympic Games</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has Corinth maintained its status as a prominent trading center for over 4000 years?

    <p>By having colonies in Italy and a central location for trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a prominent oracle in Greek culture?

    <p>Oracle of Olympia dedicated to Zeus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'LIVE THE CORINTHIAN DREAM' suggest about Corinth's character?

    <p>A lifestyle of peace, prosperity, and cultural connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Greek and Persian Midterm Study Guide

    • Vocabulary: Nature created Greece for trade, not self-sufficiency. Myth is a traditional story explaining natural phenomena. Homer wrote the Iliad and the Odyssey, sung at temples.

    Geography and Early Greeks

    • Greece is a peninsula with islands and mountains. The sea was essential for transportation and trade.
    • Rocky coastlines made farming difficult.
    • Greeks settled in villages isolated from each other.
    • Ships and travel were important for trade and connecting isolated communities.
    • Greeks traded for necessary resources, like food.

    Timelines

    • 494 BCE: Persians put down the Ionian revolt.
    • 490 BCE: Greeks defeated Persia at Marathon.
    • 750-490 BCE: Archaic Age. Period marked by political, economic, cultural and military developments.

    Myths

    • Persephone and Demeter's myth illustrates the Greeks' understanding of nature and the gods' influence on mortals.
    • The gods' actions reflected natural phenomena like seasons and disasters.
    • This myth conveys a sense of interdependency between gods and mortals, and how their actions impacted natural events.

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    Prepare for your midterm with this comprehensive guide covering key vocabulary, geography, and significant timelines in Greek and Persian history. Understand the role of myths and natural phenomena in Greek culture along with crucial events in the Archaic Age. This study guide will help reinforce your knowledge for the upcoming exam.

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