HISTORY
ANCIENT GREECE
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Question
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Barley & Wheat
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Barley & Grapes
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Grapes & Olives
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Olives & Wheat
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Detailed explanation-1: -The rugged terrain made it difficult to grow large quantities of grain. Two crops that did grow well, though, were olives and grapes. These became the most important crops for the Ancient Greeks. Olives and grapes were not only used as food, but were also turned into other products.
Detailed explanation-2: -Greeks domesticated grapes about 4000 years ago to improve wine-making. The Greeks domesticated grapevines around 4000 years ago, according to a comparison of ancient seeds discovered in archaeological excavations.
Detailed explanation-3: -As the Greek city-states established colonies throughout the Mediterranean, the settlers brought grapevines with them and were active in cultivating the wild vines they encountered.
Detailed explanation-4: -GRAPES stands for Government, Religion, Architecture/Achievements, People, Economics, and Social Structure.