AP World History Final Exam #6
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Ancient Hellas
404-27 BC
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Sparta finally entered Athens, replaces the democracy with an oligarchy, and dismantled the walls in:
- A.
403
- B.
404
- C.
406
- D.
407
Correct Answer
B. 404Explanation
In 404, Sparta finally entered Athens and replaced the existing democracy with an oligarchy. They also dismantled the walls during this time.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In 403, Sokrates was tried on the grounds that he:
- A.
Didn't believe in the state gods
- B.
Helped Sparta during the last years of war
- C.
Introduced foreign gods
- D.
Corrupted the youth
Correct Answer(s)
A. Didn't believe in the state gods
C. Introduced foreign gods
D. Corrupted the youthExplanation
Sokrates was tried in 403 for three reasons: not believing in the state gods, introducing foreign gods, and corrupting the youth. These charges were brought against him by his political enemies who saw his teachings and influence as a threat to the traditional values and beliefs of the Athenian society. Sokrates' philosophical ideas and his questioning of the established order were seen as undermining the authority of the state and the religious beliefs that were deeply ingrained in the culture.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following poleis became dominant in Hellas after the Peloponnesian War in 404 BC:
- A.
Korinth
- B.
Sparta
- C.
Thebes
- D.
Athens
Correct Answer
B. SpartaExplanation
After the Peloponnesian War in 404 BC, Sparta became the dominant polis in Hellas. The war had weakened Athens, the former dominant polis, and Sparta emerged as the victor. Sparta's military strength and the support it received from other poleis allowed it to establish hegemony over the region. This dominance was short-lived, as Thebes eventually rose to power in the following decades. However, at the time immediately after the Peloponnesian War, Sparta was the dominant polis in Hellas.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following did Atehns suffer after the Peloponnesian War:
- A.
Decrease in male population
- B.
Flight of the foreign professionals
- C.
Loss of her naval forces
- D.
Loss of the middle class
Correct Answer(s)
A. Decrease in male population
B. Flight of the foreign professionals
C. Loss of her naval forces
D. Loss of the middle classExplanation
After the Peloponnesian War, Athens suffered a decrease in male population due to the high number of casualties and deaths during the conflict. Additionally, many foreign professionals fled from Athens, causing a flight of talent and expertise from the city. The loss of her naval forces was another consequence of the war, which weakened Athens' military power and ability to defend itself. Lastly, Athens also experienced a loss of the middle class, possibly due to economic hardships and social upheaval caused by the war.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The Spartan male population was reduced to about ____________ by the end of the Peloponnesian War.
- A.
2,000
- B.
5,000
- C.
10,000
- D.
1,000
Correct Answer
A. 2,000Explanation
The correct answer is 2,000. The Spartan male population was greatly diminished by the end of the Peloponnesian War. This was due to the heavy casualties suffered during the war, as well as the decline in birth rates and the loss of their agricultural land. The war had a devastating impact on Sparta's population and power.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which poleis united against Sparta in 395 BC because of her foreign war?
- A.
Argos
- B.
Athens
- C.
Korinth
- D.
Thebes
Correct Answer(s)
A. Argos
B. Athens
C. Korinth
D. ThebesExplanation
In 395 BC, several poleis united against Sparta because of her foreign war. These poleis were Argos, Athens, Korinth, and Thebes.Rate this question:
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- 7.
All of the Hellenic poleis were called to the city of ______ to hear the terms of the Prsian Peace, concluded in 387 BC.
- A.
Miletos
- B.
Ephesos
- C.
Korinth
- D.
Sardis
Correct Answer
D. SardisExplanation
The correct answer is Sardis. In 387 BC, all of the Hellenic poleis were summoned to the city of Sardis to listen to the conditions of the Persian Peace. This suggests that Sardis was a significant and influential city during that time period, as it was chosen as the gathering place for such an important event.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What polis left the Second Atheninan Confederacy when Athens tried to arrange a peace with Sparta in 371 BC?
- A.
Argos
- B.
Kornith
- C.
Athens
- D.
Thebes
Correct Answer
D. ThebesExplanation
The correct answer is Thebes. In 371 BC, when Athens attempted to negotiate a peace agreement with Sparta, Thebes decided to leave the Second Athenian Confederacy. This decision by Thebes indicated a shift in alliances and a departure from their previous cooperation with Athens.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which two poleis created a peace in 371 BC and invited all forces around the Mediterranean to join in the "universal" peace?
- A.
Athens
- B.
Korinth
- C.
Sparta
- D.
Thebes
Correct Answer(s)
A. Athens
C. SpartaExplanation
Athens and Sparta created a peace in 371 BC and invited all forces around the Mediterranean to join in the "universal" peace. This suggests that both Athens and Sparta were influential and powerful poleis at the time, and they sought to establish peace and cooperation among other city-states in the region. By extending the invitation to all forces around the Mediterranean, they aimed to create a comprehensive and all-encompassing peace agreement that would bring stability and harmony to the area.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In 371 BC, ________ was defeated, thus losing her dominance forever, and causing ger to give the helots citizenship in order to increase her citizen rolls?
- A.
Athens
- B.
Korinth
- C.
Sparta
- D.
Thebes
Correct Answer
C. SpartaExplanation
In 371 BC, Sparta was defeated, thus losing her dominance forever, and causing her to give the helots citizenship in order to increase her citizen rolls.Rate this question:
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- 11.
In which polis did Philip serve as a hostage before becoming king of Makedonia?
- A.
Athens
- B.
Sparta
- C.
Thebes
- D.
Korinth
Correct Answer
C. ThebesExplanation
Philip served as a hostage in Thebes before becoming the king of Makedonia.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Which Athenian delievered the 1st of 3 Philippics against the advances of Philip of Makedon into Hellas?
- A.
Aesxylos
- B.
Kleisthenes
- C.
Kleon
- D.
Demosthenes
Correct Answer
D. DemosthenesExplanation
Demosthenes is the correct answer because he was an Athenian statesman and orator known for his speeches against the advances of Philip of Macedon. He delivered a series of speeches called the Philippics, which were aimed at rallying the Athenians to resist Philip's expansionist ambitions. Demosthenes' speeches were influential in shaping Athenian public opinion and mobilizing support against Philip's encroachments into Greece. His oratory skills and passionate pleas for Athenian independence made him a prominent figure in Athenian politics during this time.Rate this question:
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- 13.
In ______, a combined Athenian/Theban army was defeated by Philip and Alexander at Xaeronaia.
- A.
382 BC
- B.
338 BC
- C.
371 BC
- D.
362 BC
Correct Answer
B. 338 BCExplanation
In 338 BC, a combined Athenian/Theban army was defeated by Philip and Alexander at Xaeronaia.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which polis was utterly destroyed (except its temples and Pindar's home) for refusing to ally themselves with Philip after his conquest of Hellas?
- A.
Argos
- B.
Athens
- C.
Thebes
- D.
Sparta
Correct Answer
C. ThebesExplanation
Thebes was utterly destroyed (except its temples and Pindar's home) for refusing to ally themselves with Philip after his conquest of Hellas.Rate this question:
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- 15.
When, in 334 BC, Alexander and his Makedonian - Hellenic army crossed the Hellespont, he first stopped at troy to pay homage to the memory of:
- A.
Hektor
- B.
Priam
- C.
Agamemnon
- D.
Axilles
Correct Answer
D. AxillesExplanation
In 334 BC, when Alexander and his army crossed the Hellespont, he stopped at Troy to pay homage to the memory of Achilles. Achilles was a legendary Greek hero and a central character in Homer's epic poem, the Iliad. He was known for his exceptional bravery and skill in battle during the Trojan War, which took place in Troy. Alexander, being a great admirer of Greek legends and history, visited Troy to honor the memory of Achilles, who was considered one of the greatest warriors in Greek mythology.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Where did Alexander first meet the Persians, 334 BC?
- A.
Gordiom
- B.
Granikos
- C.
Issos
- D.
Miletos
Correct Answer
B. GranikosExplanation
Alexander first met the Persians at the Battle of Granikos in 334 BC. This battle took place near the Granikos River in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). It was one of the early battles of Alexander's campaign against the Persian Empire led by King Darius III. Alexander's army emerged victorious in this battle, which marked his first major engagement with the Persians and further solidified his reputation as a skilled military commander.Rate this question:
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- 17.
How did Alexander solve the problem of the Knot of Gordiom?
Correct Answer
Cut it in half with his sword
cut in half
split it in half
divided it into twoExplanation
Alexander solved the problem of the Knot of Gordiom by cutting it in half with his sword. This action allowed him to unravel the knot and untie it.Rate this question:
- 18.
In 333 BC, Alexander 1st met the Persian king ______ at Issos.
- A.
Kyros
- B.
Darios
- C.
Kambyses
- D.
Artaxerxes
Correct Answer
B. DariosExplanation
In 333 BC, Alexander the Great met the Persian king Darios at Issos.Rate this question:
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- 19.
How tough was Alexander's battle for Egypt?
- A.
No contest
- B.
Easy
- C.
Tough
- D.
Very tough
Correct Answer
A. No contestExplanation
The phrase "no contest" suggests that Alexander's battle for Egypt was not challenging at all. This implies that he faced little to no resistance or opposition during the conquest of Egypt.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Name the city Alexander founded in the Nile delta to become the political, cultural, and economic center of his empire.
Correct Answer
AlexandriaExplanation
Alexander the Great founded the city of Alexandria in the Nile delta to serve as the political, cultural, and economic center of his empire. This city became a major hub for trade and commerce, attracting people from various cultures and backgrounds. Alexandria also became renowned for its library, the Library of Alexandria, which housed a vast collection of books and manuscripts from around the world. The city played a significant role in the spread of Hellenistic culture and knowledge throughout the ancient world.Rate this question:
- 21.
Why did Alexander torch the Persian Palace at Persepolis?
- A.
He got drunk
- B.
He wanted to demonstrate the end of the Persian Empire
- C.
He was mad over killing his friend, Kleitus
- D.
It occurred as a result of a domestic riot
Correct Answer
B. He wanted to demonstrate the end of the Persian EmpireExplanation
Alexander torched the Persian Palace at Persepolis to demonstrate the end of the Persian Empire. This act was symbolic and intended to show his conquest and destruction of the empire, asserting his dominance and power.Rate this question:
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- 22.
How did the Persian king Darios die?
- A.
He was killed at the battle of Granikos
- B.
He was killed during the battle of Issos
- C.
He was found murdereed in Baktria
- D.
He was killed during the battle over Persepolis
Correct Answer
C. He was found murdereed in Baktria -
- 23.
Where was Darios found murdered by Alexander?
- A.
Mesopotamia
- B.
Baktria
- C.
Arabia
- D.
India
Correct Answer
B. BaktriaExplanation
Darios was found murdered by Alexander in Baktria.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Why was Alexander forced out of India?
- A.
He was defeated by the Rajah Poros
- B.
He was unsuccessful against the Mauryan Chandra Gupta
- C.
His men wanted to go home and mutinied
- D.
His men wanted to invade china
Correct Answer
C. His men wanted to go home and mutiniedExplanation
Alexander was forced out of India because his men wanted to go home and mutinied. This suggests that his soldiers were exhausted and homesick, leading to a rebellion against further military campaigns. This internal conflict and lack of support from his troops ultimately compelled Alexander to abandon his plans and retreat from India.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Alexander made ________ the standard language of his empire.
- A.
Arabic
- B.
Aramaic
- C.
Persian
- D.
Greek
Correct Answer
D. GreekExplanation
Alexander made Greek the standard language of his empire because he admired Greek culture and believed in the spread of Hellenistic civilization. He encouraged the use of Greek language and promoted the adoption of Greek customs and traditions throughout his conquered territories. Greek became the language of administration, trade, and education, ensuring cultural unity within the empire. This policy of Hellenization helped to integrate diverse cultures and facilitate communication and interaction among the different regions of Alexander's empire.Rate this question:
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- 26.
In which city was the Musuem, or Great Library, established?
- A.
Alexandria
- B.
Athens
- C.
Tyre
- D.
Bukephalia
Correct Answer
A. AlexandriaExplanation
The correct answer is Alexandria. Alexandria is known for its ancient Musuem, which was also referred to as the Great Library. It was established in the city of Alexandria, making it a significant cultural and intellectual center in ancient times.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Which people eventually defeated the Seleukids in Mesopotamia?
- A.
Antigonids
- B.
Parthians
- C.
Ptolemies
- D.
India
Correct Answer
B. ParthiansExplanation
The Parthians eventually defeated the Seleukids in Mesopotamia. The Parthians were a powerful empire in ancient Iran, and they successfully challenged the Seleukid Empire for control of Mesopotamia. Through a series of military campaigns, the Parthians were able to defeat and eventually overthrow the Seleukids, establishing their own rule in the region.Rate this question:
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- 28.
On whom did Hellas call for help when Makedonia again threatened invasion in 200 BC?
- A.
Sparta
- B.
Rome
- C.
Karthage
- D.
Alexandria
Correct Answer
B. RomeExplanation
When Makedonia threatened invasion in 200 BC, Hellas called for help from Rome. Rome was a powerful empire at that time and had established itself as a dominant force in the region. Hellas sought assistance from Rome due to its military strength and its reputation for intervening in conflicts to protect its allies. Rome's intervention would have provided Hellas with the necessary military support and deterrence against Makedonia's invasion.Rate this question:
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- 29.
In 146 Bc, the general Mummius defeated the Hellens and utterly destroyed the city of ___, the booty of which filled Rome with bronze works.
- A.
Korinth
- B.
Athens
- C.
Sparta
- D.
Thebes
Correct Answer
A. KorinthExplanation
In 146 BC, the general Mummius defeated the Hellens and utterly destroyed the city of Korinth, the booty of which filled Rome with bronze works.Rate this question:
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- 30.
In 142 Bc, the Israelite _______ freed Israel from the domination of the kingdom of Antioxos?
- A.
Zebadiah
- B.
Simon
- C.
Kaiaphus
- D.
Peter
Correct Answer
B. SimonExplanation
Simon is the correct answer because he was a Jewish high priest and a leader of the Maccabean revolt against the Seleucid Empire. In 142 BC, Simon successfully led the Israelites in gaining independence from the kingdom of Antiochus. He established the Hasmonean dynasty and became the first ruler of an independent Jewish state in centuries.Rate this question:
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- 31.
IN 67 BC, the Roman general ________ conquered Israel and entered the inner santuary in their temple, which infuriated the Jews.
- A.
Caesar
- B.
Scipio
- C.
Pompey
- D.
Flaminius
Correct Answer
C. PompeyExplanation
In 67 BC, the Roman general Pompey conquered Israel and entered the inner sanctuary in their temple, which infuriated the Jews.Rate this question:
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- 32.
After Alexander's death in 323, his generals divided the empire: Antigonas --> Asia Minot and the Levant. Antipator --> Hellas and Makedonia. Ptolemy --> Egypt. Seleukis --> Tigris- Euprates valley.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
After Alexander the Great died in 323, his generals divided his empire among themselves. Antigonas received Asia Minor and the Levant, Antipator received Hellas and Macedonia, Ptolemy received Egypt, and Seleukis received the Tigris-Euphrates valley. This division of the empire is historically accurate, making the statement "True."Rate this question:
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