Question

Which of the following modern European cities were first settled as Greek colonies?

Select the three correct answers.

Istanbul

London

Marseilles

Naples

Paris

Rome

Answer 1

Istanbul, Naples, Marseilles

Step-by-step explanation:

-Istanbul was first settled by Greek colonists, and the city was originally named "Byzantion" then went on to "Constantinople" under Rome and then "Istanbul" under the Ottomans

-Marseilles was first settled by Greek colonists, the original city being named "Massalia

-Naples also being settled by Greek colonists, original city being named "Neapolis"

-London was founded by Celtic Britons

-Rome was founded by Latins

-Paris was founded by Franks (Pre-Medieval day French)