Ancient Greece Practice Worksheet
| # | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ancient Greece was a civilization that developed in the region around the Aegean Sea many years ago. |
| 2 | A city-state is a city that has its own government and rules. |
| 3 | Athens or Sparta. |
| 4 | Greek. |
| 5 | The Aegean Sea. |
| 6 | They farmed. |
| 7 | The sea helped them trade, travel, and catch fish. |
| 8 | They were powerful beings that the Ancient Greeks believed controlled different parts of life and nature. |
| 9 | Democracy. |
| 10 | The Olympic Games were athletic contests held in honor of the gods, especially Zeus. |
| 11 | Athens focused more on democracy and learning, while Sparta focused more on military training. |
| 12 | They built temples to honor and worship their gods and goddesses. |
| 13 | A myth is a traditional story that explains beliefs, events, or natural ideas. |
| 14 | Mountains and seas made travel difficult on land, so Greek communities were often separated and developed as independent city-states. |
| 15 | Ancient Greece is important because it influenced government, art, philosophy, sports, and many other parts of modern life. |