The Greek Hellenistic homeland was divided into relatively small states that competed with each other economically and sometimes politically.Despite this fragmentation, all of the following united the Greeks except ______.

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The Greeks did not have a common leader or ruler, as their homeland was divided into small city-states. However, they shared a common language (Greek), religion (polytheistic beliefs with gods such as Zeus and Athena), literature and art (including epic poems like the Iliad and Odyssey and works by famous sculptors and architects), and a love of athletics (as seen in the Olympic Games).

The Greek Hellenistic Homeland Was Divided into Relatively Small States