Greece: A Moment of Excellence Video
Answer these questions on a separate sheet of paper as we watch the video. You do not need to copy the questions or to answer in complete sentences.
1. Which Athens leader built the Parthenon?
2. Which goddess was the Parthenon built to honor?
3. Name a great Greek philosopher.
4. Name a great Greek mathematician.
5. Which system of government was invented in Athens?
6. Which sea god’s statue was discovered underwater in 1928?
7. Which god ruled over the other gods?
8. Which god had a temple at Delphi?
9. The Oracle of Delphi would answer _____ and the _______ would interpret them.
10. Worship of Dionysus, the god of wine, led to the invention of _________ .
11. Who was in charge in Greece – men or women?
12. What did Greek athletes wear when they competed in games?
13. What were the most important games called?
14. Which philosopher was put on trial and found guilty?
15. How did Pericles and one-third of all Athenians die?
16. How did Socrates die?
17. What did Lord Elgin take to Britain?
18. Why did Lord Elgin think he was doing something good?
