This ‘true’ or ‘false’ quiz will challenge your understanding of everything from Greek history to its customs, landmarks, and intriguing contributions to worldwide culture.
Recent studies have unveiled the things people didn’t realise were born in Greece, including the Olympics (37 per cent), amphitheatres (61 per cent), and philosophy (51 per cent).
Surprisingly, 73 per cent were unaware that the alphabet originated from this Mediterranean nation, which forms the foundation for many Western writing systems today.
A representative for The Real Greek, who commissioned the research, stated: “A lot of useful and important things have come from Greece. But it’s clear from our study that not everyone knows what these are.
“From democracy and philosophy, to cherished myths and early medical practices, Greece has bestowed upon the world countless ideas and innovations we often take for granted.”
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The research also revealed that encouragingly, 79 per cent have heard of Aristotle, 75 per cent are familiar with Socrates but 29 per cent confess they have never heard of Plato.
When contemplating the country, 15 per cent associate it with Greek Gods, while 20 per cent first think of its islands – and 12 per cent always refer to architecture.
Despite some of the unknown, 70 per cent concur that ancient Greek culture has a significant influence in the modern world. With 55 per cent asserting its history has influenced modern Western culture more than any other civilisation.
Medicine (40 per cent), maths (38 per cent), and democracy (37 per cent) were voted the top three Greek innovations that are most relevant today.
Of those who haven’t yet visited the country, 69 per cent expressed interest in doing so, with Rhodes, Crete, and Santorini being the most desirable destinations.
For the half who have journeyed to Greece, an impressive 89 per cent are likely to recommend it to others.
More than a sixth (17 per cent) indulge in Greek cuisine on a monthly basis, with feta cheese (35 per cent), moussaka (28 per cent), and souvlaki (14 per cent) being among the most enjoyable foods. And a quarter of those polled declare it as their favourite cuisine.
The spokesperson added: “Many people just associate gorgeous islands and weather when they are asked to think about Greece.
“But actually, Greek influence runs deeper than that – shaping art, science, literature, and even the foundation of our modern governments.
“Exploring these unexpected origins reveals how ancient Greece continues to enrich our daily lives in more ways than we realise.”