Jeopardy( Greekfest)

Question 1

Category: Alexander the Great

Answer 1

Outline at least ONE argument that Alexander the Great can be defined as a hero
AND
ONE argument that he can be labeled a villain.

Question 2

Know for their colorful fresco art, these early people inhabited mainly the island of Crete

Answer 2

The Minoans

Question 3

Due to the mountainous Greek environment, farming was not an option, so many Greeks turned to this seafaring occupation.

Answer 3

Traders, sailors

Question 4

Born in Macedon, this man is known for stretching his empire from Greece to India.

Answer 4

Alexander the Great

Question 5

It was these people who were pitted against Sparta in the Peloponnesian War

Answer 5

The Athenians

Question 6

Known for his poetry, this man’s fables are still read by children around the world.

Answer 6

Aesop

Question 7

This city-state was known for its 2-king oligarchy and its emphasis on military training.

Answer 7

Sparta

Question 8

The Greek island located at #35 that was home to the Athenian led coalition

Answer 8

Delos

Question 9

It was her on this “little” landmass where the mighty Persian Empire began exerting its influence over Greek colonies.

Answer 9

Athens