WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT GREECE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is an area where Ancient Greek culture has influenced modern culture?
A
Government
B
Sports
C
Philosophy
D
All of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Literature and theatre was an important aspect of Greek culture and influenced modern drama. The Greeks were known for their sophisticated sculpture and architecture. Greek culture influenced the Roman Empire and many other civilizations, and it continues to influence modern cultures today.

Detailed explanation-2: -By the seventh and sixth centuries B.C., Greek colonies and settlements stretched all the way from western Asia Minor to southern Italy, Sicily, North Africa, and even to the coasts of southern France and Spain. Regional schools of artists exhibited a rich variety of styles and preferences at this time.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ancient Greek culture was influenced by the Minoans, Mycenaeans, Egyptians and Phoenicians. The Minoans and the Mycenaeans are described in famous Greek myths, such as the Minotaur living in the maze of Knossos in The Iliad.

Detailed explanation-4: -The principles behind the ancient Greeks’ democratic system of government are still in use today. The United States and many other countries throughout the modern world have adopted democratic governments to give a voice to their people. Democracy provides citizens the opportunity to elect officials to represent them.

Detailed explanation-5: -After the Bronze Age Collapse, the early Greeks were heavily influenced by the more sophisticated Egyptians in the wake of the Greek Dark Ages. In a twist of fate, the Greek Culture would come to dominate the Mediterranean, with the Egyptians falling sway as well.

Detailed explanation-6: -(C) Eurasian cultural group has been MOST influenced by ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, and Christianity. Explanation: The Eurasian community is a small but most influential ethnic group in Singapore since the early 19th century. Eurasians are people of mixed European and Asian descent.

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