Greek Religion Booklet 4

Question 1

What was the Propylaia?

Answer 1

The gateway to the Acropolis

Question 2

Describe the Propylaia

Answer 2

Consisted of central opening, flanked by ionic columns; north wing with spacious chamber (reception hall); south wing

Question 3

Where was the Temple of Athena Nike?

Answer 3

At the southwest edge of the Acropolis- very prominent

Question 4

What was Athena Promachos on the Acropolis?

Answer 4

A 9 meter tall bronze statue

Question 5

Where did sacrifices in the Panathenaia take place?

Answer 5

The altar of Athena Polias

Question 6

What source speaks about the Athenian consultation of the Pythia when she told them they will lose?

Answer 6

Herodotus Histories

Question 7

What text describes the Socratic Paradox and the Delphic oracle’s involvement?

Answer 7

Plato Apology

Question 8

What is the story of Pelops?

Answer 8

Pelops wanted to marry Hippodameia whose father challenges all suitors to a chariot race and kills them if they lose. Pelops bribes Myrtilos the charioteer so that he will sabotage the chariot so he will win- then kills the father and Myrtilos- brings curse on his family