Test Questions: Greece and Rome

What is Representative Democracy?

A system where citizens elect people to represent their interests in government.

What defines a Direct Democracy?

A system where people rule directly without representatives.

What is Theocracy?

A form of government where power is derived from religion.

Define Monarchy.

A government led by a single ruler, typically a king.

What are City-States?

A city and its surrounding region controlled by a central government.

What does Polis refer to?

A Greek city-state.

What is Drama in literature?

A written work that is usually performed on stage.

Define Comedy in the context of drama.

A light-hearted drama that contains humor and mocks situations.

What is Tragedy in dramatic literature?

A serious drama that explores themes such as love, hate, war, and betrayal.

What notable achievements did Alexander the Great accomplish?

Came to power at the age of 20, expanded the Roman Empire, and was a student of Aristotle.

Who was Ptolemy?

An astronomer who incorrectly claimed that the Earth was at the center of the solar system.

What significant event happened in 753 BC?

The founding of Rome.

What major political development took place in 509 BC?

The creation of the Roman Republic.

Who were the Patricians?

Wealthy landowners who held most of the power in Roman society.

Define Plebeians.

Common farmers, artisans, and merchants who made up the majority of the population in Rome.

What does 476 AD signify in history?

The fall of the Western Roman Empire.

Aristocracy

a government of a small group of noble, landowning families

“The Ides of March”

When Julius Caesar died on March 15, it was associated with misfortune and doom.