Social Studies Multiple Choice
Questions and Answers
- 1.
In the Agora, the_______ inspected the quality of the goods.
- A.
Angoranomoi
- B.
Metronomoi
- C.
Sythagoros
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. AngoranomoiExplanation
The correct answer is Angoranomoi. In the Agora, the Angoranomoi inspected the quality of the goods.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In the dolichos event, runners had to run 18 lengths of the track
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement is false. It states that in the dolichos event, runners had to run 18 lengths of the track. However, the dolichos event was a long-distance race in ancient Greece, where runners had to cover varying distances ranging from 7 to 24 lengths of the track, depending on the specific competition. Therefore, the statement is incorrect as it provides a fixed number of lengths (18) for the dolichos event, which is not accurate.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Athene gave this to the people of Athens
- A.
Infinite Wisdom
- B.
Her blessing
- C.
An olive tree
- D.
An owl (her sacred animal)
Correct Answer
C. An olive treeExplanation
Athene, the Greek goddess of wisdom, gave the people of Athens an olive tree. In Greek mythology, the olive tree is a symbol of peace, prosperity, and abundance. It is believed that Athene gifted the olive tree to the Athenians as a symbol of her wisdom and blessings. The olive tree provided them with not only food and oil but also served as a reminder of Athene's presence and protection. Additionally, the olive tree was considered sacred to Athene, further emphasizing the significance of this gift.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The statue of Athene the virgin is this tall
- A.
11 feet
- B.
10 feet
- C.
13 feet
- D.
12 feet
Correct Answer
D. 12 feetExplanation
The correct answer is 12 feet. This is the height of the statue of Athene the virgin.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Another name for th acropolis (capitalized)
Correct Answer
High City
high city
The High City
the high cityExplanation
The correct answer is "High City." The Acropolis refers to the elevated part of a city, typically containing important religious and governmental buildings. "High City" accurately describes this elevated location, emphasizing its position above the rest of the city. The other options, "high city," "The High City," and "the high city," are variations of the correct answer and also accurately describe the Acropolis.Rate this question:
- 6.
Herodotus wrote an account on ___ ___ ___
Correct Answer
The Persian War
the persian warExplanation
Herodotus wrote an account on The Persian War.Rate this question:
- 7.
To be exiled, a politician had to receive this many votes
- A.
500
- B.
600
- C.
700
- D.
800
Correct Answer
B. 600Explanation
The correct answer is 600 because the question states that in order for a politician to be exiled, they had to receive a certain number of votes. Out of the given options, 600 is the only number that meets this requirement.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The greek word for people
- A.
Kratos
- B.
Humos
- C.
Demos
- D.
Livos
Correct Answer
C. DemosExplanation
The correct answer is "Demos." In Greek, the word "demos" refers to the people or the population. It is commonly used to describe the collective body of citizens or inhabitants of a city-state or country.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The jury had this many people
- A.
100
- B.
150
- C.
200
- D.
250
Correct Answer
C. 200Explanation
The correct answer is 200. This suggests that the jury consisted of 200 people.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In the ___ century, a man named Thales went to Egypt to study Philosophy
Correct Answer
6th
6
Sixth
SixExplanation
Thales went to Egypt to study Philosophy in the 6th century.Rate this question:
- 11.
Discus, javelin-throwing, running, jumping, and wrestling are all part of this event
- A.
Quatathalon
- B.
Trenatholon
- C.
Pentathalon
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. PentathalonExplanation
The given activities, discus, javelin-throwing, running, jumping, and wrestling, are all part of the pentathlon event. The pentathlon is a multi-sport event that consists of five different disciplines, and these activities align with the disciplines of the pentathlon. Therefore, the correct answer is pentathlon.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The Hellenistic period took place in this time
- A.
313-199 BC
- B.
490-221BC
- C.
333-100BC
- D.
303-200BC
- E.
323-100BC
Correct Answer
E. 323-100BCExplanation
The Hellenistic period refers to the time period between 323-100 BC. This period began after the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC and lasted until the conquest of Egypt by the Romans in 30 BC. It was a time when Greek culture, language, and influence spread throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East, as a result of Alexander's conquests. During this period, there were significant advancements in various fields such as art, science, philosophy, and literature, as well as the blending of Greek and local cultures.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Greek word for rule
- A.
Tyros
- B.
Rulos
- C.
Kratos
- D.
Moros
Correct Answer
C. KratosExplanation
Kratos is the correct answer because it is the Greek word for rule. The other options, Tyros, Rulos, and Moros, do not have any connection to the meaning of rule in Greek. Therefore, Kratos is the most suitable option that aligns with the given question.Rate this question:
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- 14.
An ostraka was...
- A.
A jury
- B.
A broken piece of pot
- C.
An assembly
- D.
A magnificent feast held for the gods
Correct Answer
B. A broken piece of potExplanation
An ostraka refers to a broken piece of pottery. In ancient Greece, these broken pieces were often used as voting tokens in a process called ostracism, where citizens would vote to banish a person from the city for a period of ten years. The name "ostraka" derives from the Greek word for shell, as the broken pottery shards resembled shells. Therefore, the correct answer is "a broken piece of pot."Rate this question:
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- 15.
This man was in charge of the legal affairs of metics
- A.
Basileus Archon
- B.
Eponymous Arhon
- C.
Strategoi Archon
- D.
Polemarch Archon
Correct Answer
D. Polemarch ArchonExplanation
The correct answer is Polemarch Archon. The Polemarch Archon was responsible for overseeing military affairs in ancient Athens. They were in charge of commanding the army and making important decisions related to warfare. This position was one of the nine archons who held different administrative and judicial responsibilities in the city-state. While the other options listed also held important roles in Athenian society, the Polemarch Archon specifically dealt with legal matters concerning metics, who were resident foreigners in Athens.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Despite having a coast full of natural ports, the Greeks still found it very hard to travel
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement contradicts the fact that the Greeks found it very hard to travel despite having a coast full of natural ports. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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