Greece Quiz Part 2: Ancient Olympics, Ouzo, and the Acropolis

How well do you know Greece?

Test your knowledge of Greece with these 10 questions. Choose the best answer for each question and see your score at the end!

• 1. What is "Ouzo," a famous Greek aperitif?

  • (A) A type of red wine
  • (B) An anise-flavored liqueur that turns cloudy with water
  • (C) A non-alcoholic grape juice
  • (D) A coffee-based drink

• 2. What is the concept of "philotimo" in Greek culture?

  • (A) A love of money
  • (B) A complex concept of personal honor, dignity, and doing the right thing
  • (C) A fear of strangers
  • (D) A passion for sports

• 3. What is a common social custom when invited to a Greek home for a meal?

  • (A) To eat very little to show politeness
  • (B) To praise the food and accept second helpings as a compliment to the host
  • (C) To leave the table as soon as you are finished eating
  • (D) To discuss business during the meal

• 4. The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece. In which city were they first held?

  • (A) Athens
  • (B) Sparta
  • (C) Olympia
  • (D) Corinth

• 5. What is a key characteristic of Greek communication style?

  • (A) Quiet and reserved
  • (B) Expressive, tactile, and often loud, with gestures being a key part of conversation
  • (C) Indirect and avoiding of eye contact
  • (D) Formal and rigid

• 6. What is the significance of the family in Greek society?

  • (A) The family is the most important social unit, providing emotional and financial support
  • (B) Individualism is valued far more than family
  • (C) The nuclear family is the only important structure
  • (D) Elders are expected to live separately from their children

• 7. What is a "komboloi" or worry bead?

  • (A) A religious rosary for prayer
  • (B) A string of beads manipulated with one or two hands, used to pass time and relax
  • (C) A piece of jewelry worn as a status symbol
  • (D) A children's toy

• 8. What is a common attitude towards punctuality for social engagements in Greece?

  • (A) Strict punctuality is demanded
  • (B) A more relaxed sense of time is common; being 30 minutes late is often acceptable
  • (C) It is polite to arrive very early
  • (D) Time is not a consideration at all

• 9. What does the smashing of plates at a celebration signify in some Greek traditions?

  • (A) Anger or dissatisfaction
  • (B) An expression of joy, abundance, and high spirits (kefi)
  • (C) The end of the party
  • (D) A signal for a waiter

• 10. What is Feta?

  • (A) A type of bread
  • (B) A brined curd cheese traditionally made in Greece
  • (C) A sweet honey-based dessert
  • (D) A kind of olive