The Geography of Greece

Essential Question

How did Geography influence the development of Greek city-states around the Aegean Sea?

The Geography of Greece

Activity 1: What was the geography of Greece like?

Use the Quizlet Diagram to investigate the geography of Greece and answer the questions in a thinking map. Complete this assignment digitally or on paper. It will be collected in your portfolio.

Discussion Questions

  • Since Greece had no rivers and little farmland what did they rely on for survival? How did it help them?

  • What was it so difficult to unite Greece?

  • What two important trade goods did the Greeks produce?

  • Would you want to live in Greece? Why or Why not?

Activity 2: What effects did the geography of Greece have on the start of civilization?

Use the Quizlet Diagram to investigate the geography of Greece and answer the questions in a thinking map. Complete this assignment digitally or on paper. It will be collected in your portfolio.


Extension Activities