Athens Quizzes & Trivia

There aren’t many places in the world that have more history than Athens in Greece. That’s great news for us because it means there’s no danger at all of us not having enough questions for our excellent quizzes all about Athens.

Can you tell us the names of the two UNESCO World Heritage sites that can be found in the city? What important part in the history of Athens is played by the Cave of Schist? When did Athens last stage the Summer Olympics? When did Athens become the capital of Greece?

If you’re smiling because you know some or all of the answers to questions like those, then you’re going to love taking our quizzes about Athens. Our quizzes are both informative and entertaining so don’t delay taking this one because we think you’re really going to have a great time.

Top Trending Quizzes

Should You Live In Sparta Or Athens?

Thinking of moving to Greece? Perhaps you’re trying to decide between Athens and Sparta as a brand new city to hang your hat in. Well, we’re here to help! Let’s find you a new home, shall we?

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 2278 | Last updated: Oct 4, 2017

Sample Question
Are you on a sports team?

Yes! A lot.

Not really. Maybe 1.

Theseus, The Legendary Hero Of Athens

This quiz tests your knowledge about the life and adventures of Theseus, the legendary greek hero. For finding the answers to the quiz, visit http://www.igreekmythology.com/theseus.html

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 2395 | Last updated: Dec 14, 2012

Sample Question
What was the name of one of Theseus' great ancestors?

Agamemnon

Hector

Achilles

Pelops

Eurystheus

Ancient Athens Quiz

The Ancient Greeks believed that each city-state had one or two gods keeping a special eye on that city-state. The god in charge of Athens was Athena, goddess of war therefore they were famous for military strength. Take the...

Questions: 8 | Attempts: 833 | Last updated: Sep 13, 2018

Sample Question
Men mostly did what in Ancient Athens?

Raised their children

Overseeing the crops and doing other jobs

Went out to socialize

The Acropolis Of Athens Quiz

Quiz about the Acropolis and surrounding buildings.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 330 | Last updated: Aug 2, 2021

Sample Question
What is at the highest point of the Acropolis?

Temple of Athena Nike

Parthenon

Altar of Athena

Quiz: Pericles And The History Of Athens

Have you ever imagined meeting Pericles? Do you know the history of Athens? Pericles was a famous and influential Greek statesman, orator, and general of Athens during its golden age during two wars. He was proclaimed as...

Questions: 8 | Attempts: 71 | Last updated: Apr 6, 2021

Sample Question
What does Pericles mean by saying that Athens's government was a "pattern to others"?

Athens copied the government of neighboring countries.

Athens and its neighboring countries shared the same form of government.

Athens was an example for other countries to follow.

Recent Quizzes

Athens Quiz Chapter 27

By Zainab Albadri & Aisha Algalham

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 87 | Last updated: May 26, 2016

Sample Question
Athens was located in central Greece, only four miles from the...?

A.) Aegean Sea

B.) Ionian Sea

C.) Mediterranean Sea

D.) Black Sea

Ch. 27 Athens And Sparta Quiz

Ch. 27 Athens and Sparta Quiz

Questions: 7 | Attempts: 333 | Last updated: Mar 11, 2013

Sample Question
Which form of government in a greek city-state usually came first?

Monarchy

Tyranny

Oligarchy

Democracy

Athens Democracy Vs Roman Republic

Athens Democracy vs Roman Republic

The people at Athens and the Romans had different political systems. We learnt that he Athenian polis chose their elected leaders at random, while members were selected for the Roman Republic and voted in by the leadership....

Questions: 18 | Attempts: 41 | Last updated: Oct 11, 2018

Government And Culture In Athens

Government and Culture in Athens

This quiz will cover the reading fluency Government and Culture in Athens. You need above a 70% to pass this fluency quiz.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 111 | Last updated: Jan 10, 2013

Sample Question
Citizens in the Assembly could do what to express their opinion on issues concerning their city?

Vote

Draw Straws

Be a part of the Senate

Declare war on a neighboring city-state