Quiz about Greek people

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Welcome to the quiz about Greek people. Read the statements below and decide whether the statements are True or False.

  1. 1

    Hellas is another name for Greece. In fact, Greek people prefer to be called Hellines.

  2. 2

    The history of the Greek language spans 3000 years.

  3. 3

    Ancient Greek language does not resemble to Modern Greek.

  4. 4

    The Culture of Greece has evolved over thousands of years, beginning in the Mycenaean and Minoan Civilizations continuing most notably into Classical Greece.

  5. 5

    Greece has one of the longest coastlines in the world, over 9300 miles.

  6. 6

    Modern Greek music combines diverse elements.

  7. 7

    The best-known Greek musical instrument is the bouzouki.

  8. 8

    The Name Day of a person is a more important celebration than the birthday.

  9. 9

    A traditional part of Greek Easter is the spectacular firework displays that follow the Liturgy.

  10. 10

    In Greece, a priest cannot marry.

  11. 11

    Greek people say, it is all Greek to me, when they cannot understand something.

  12. 12

    Asking personal questions, such as: how much do you earn? is considered appropriate when you first meet a Greek person.

  13. 13

    Greek people say what they mean and mean what they say; you do not need to read between the lines.

  14. 14

    Greek poeople often touch your arm or shoulder when making a point; it is not a sign of intimacy, only of communication.

  15. 15

    Maintaining eye contact may be seen as challenging and disrespectful.

  16. 16

    Do not give a Greek something made in Turkey.

  17. 17

    Hospitality is a democratic relation not only amongst citizens, but also amongst non-citizens.

  18. 18

    It is okay to break certain laws or rules for practical reasons.

  19. 19

    Time is adjusted to suit the needs of people. Time is always available.

  20. 20

    It is rude to arrive half an hour late for a dinner invitation.

  21. 21

    Showing somebody the palm of your hand raised with the fingers open is regarded as a gesture of blessing the person.

  22. 22

    Orthodoxy is the State religion.

  23. 23

    Greek people do not usually smile to strangers as it can be misunderstood.

  24. 24

    I like the country I hate the state, is a phrase often heard by people in Greece.

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