Question

A polis of ancient Greece was a __________.

a. politically independent unit that included a city and surrounding land
b. colony controlled by the country that established it
c. fortified acropolis or hilltop in the center of a city
d. alliance of two or more cities formed for military protection

Answer 1

A polis of ancient Greece was a "a. politically independent unit that included a city and surrounding land" although it should be noted that it was not completely politically independent.