Question 1

How did the indigenous peoples use Greek local traditions to maintain an identity separate from Hellenism?

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Question 2

During the early second century BCE, the island of Rhodes was

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During the early second century BCE, Rhodes was an independent city-state known for its powerful navy and significant commercial influence in the Mediterranean region.

Question 3

The most ancient evidence has survived from which Hellenistic power?

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The Ptolemaic Kingdom, centered in Egypt, has left behind extensive archaeological evidence, including the well-preserved city of Alexandria and numerous papyri, making it one of the most well-documented Hellenistic powers.

Question 4

What feature was characteristic of Hellenistic Greek art and literature?

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Question 5

Which adjective most accurately describes the Hellenistic period?

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The Hellenistic period is characterized by the spread of Greek culture and influence across a vast area, leading to advancements in arts, science, and philosophy, making it a sophisticated era.

Question 6

Which Hellenistic dynasty controlled Pergamum?

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The Attalids were the Hellenistic dynasty that controlled Pergamum.

Question 7

Which word best characterizes free Greek women in the Hellenistic period?

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Question 8

Which of the following authors or poets wrote during the fifth century BCE?

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Aristophanes was a playwright of ancient Athens who wrote during the fifth century BCE, known for his comedic plays.

Question 9

What was a common feature of both Epicurean and Stoic philosophies?

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Both Epicurean and Stoic philosophies emphasized the use of reason to maintain tranquility and avoid extreme emotions.

Question 10

What was one of the ways that Hellenistic monarchies resembled the Persian Empire more than Greek city-states?

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Hellenistic monarchies, like the Persian Empire, had a more pronounced social and political hierarchy compared to the relatively egalitarian Greek city-states.

Question 11

In Ptolemaic Egypt, Sarapis was worshipped as a new god.Which Greek god was most closely associated with Sarapis?

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Question 12

What was an important difference between the patronage of Hellenistic kings and queens?

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Hellenistic queens often supported charities and initiatives that were specifically oriented toward women, distinguishing their patronage from that of kings.

Question 13

During the Hellenistic period, which scientist could calculate the circumference of Earth based on his observation of the length of shadows at various points in Egypt?

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Eratosthenes was the scientist who calculated the circumference of the Earth by measuring the angle of the sun's rays at two different locations in Egypt and using geometry.

Question 14

Which of the following was a development characteristic of the Hellenistic period?

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The gymnasium was a significant development during the Hellenistic period, serving as a center for education and physical training.

Question 15

What was a major difference between Hellenistic monarchies and classical Greek city-states?

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Hellenistic monarchies had centralized governments that exerted greater control over resources compared to the more independent and decentralized city-states of classical Greece.

Question 16

Which of the following was a legal aspect of marriage contracts or divorce in the Hellenistic world?

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Question 17

Which statement best explains why Hellenistic monarchs preferred to collect their taxes in coins?

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Hellenistic monarchs preferred to collect taxes in coins because they needed to pay their armies in cash, which was more practical and efficient for maintaining and deploying military forces.

Question 18

Which Hellenistic kingdoms likely had the largest Macedonian population?

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The Antigonid kingdom, located in Macedonia itself, likely had the largest Macedonian population as it was the heartland of the Macedonian people.

Question 19

Which statement describes the most important reason why the Ptolemies soldiers were loyal?

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Question 20

Which of the following best describes the Greek intellectual tradition that Hipparchus combined with Mesopotamian observations to explain planetary motion?

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Hipparchus is known for using mathematical models to explain planetary motion, combining Greek geometric models with Mesopotamian observational data.

Quiz 3: From Classical Greece to the Hellenistic World: Cultures in Contact, 400-30 Bce