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1. What was the main purpose of the acropolis in any polis of ancient Greece?
2. The presence of which of the following was necessary for the success of any ancient acropolis?
3. It is believed that the Acropolis of Athens has been inhabited since at least the Neolithic Age. Which of the following would have attracted people to the area?
4. Which group of ancient Greeks, known for building a famous Lion Gate in another polis, took over the Acropolis of Athens during the late Bronze Age?
5. During the late Bronze Age there is evidence that a massive wall was built on the Acropolis of Athens. What term is used to describe this wall?
6. It is believed that for a time, ancient kings built their palaces on top of the Acropolis in Athens. There is evidence of a great hall that was part of a palace complex. What was this great hall called?
7. In 480 BC the Acropolis of Athens was ravaged by war. Which of the following groups sacked Athens?
8. Which of the following Athenian leaders undertook a project to rebuild the buildings on the Acropolis after they were destroyed in 480 BC?
9. Ictinus and Callicrates were two of the architects responsible for the reconstruction of the buildings on the Acropolis, but who was the sculptor?
10. Which building was constructed on the Acropolis of Athens to honor the patron deity of the polis?
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