DMS ASB Geography Word Scramble
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Question | Answer |
What are the main bodies of water surrounding Ancient Greece? | The Mediterranean Sea, the Ionian Sea, the Aegean Sea, and the Sea of Crete. |
What peninsula is Greece an extension of? | The Balkan Peninsula. |
What land feature made up Greece's terrain, making travel and communication difficult and encouraging water travel? | Hills |
What are some of the main rivers in Greece? | The Alpheus River, the Peneus River, and the Eurotas River. |
What were some of the major exports and imports of ancient Greek trade? | Exports were fine pottery, olive oil, bronze, silver, gold, and wine. They imported ivory, jade, fine jewelry, and fine vases. |
What was the significance of Mt. Olympus to the ancient Greeks? | It was believed by the Greeks to be the home of the gods and goddesses. |
What was the significance of Mt. Parnassus to the ancient Greeks? | It was believed to be the sacred mount of Apollo. It was also said to be home of the muses. |
Who ruled in early Greek city-states? | Monarchs and tyrants |
How did the ancient Greeks carry heavy loads overland? | They had donkeys and oxen pull carts full of goods. |
How did people and lighter loads travel about Greece? | The rode in chariots led by horses. |
With whom did the Greeks trade? | Neighboring islands, such as the Cyclades, the Aegean, and Crete, as well as colonies around the Persian Empire, Macedonia, and Egypt. |
Why did the early Greeks live in villages? | They needed a place to stay while they farmed, as well as for protection. |
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