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Q: Why was it necessary for the Greeks to be good sailors?
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Why the Greeks became expert sailors?

because they were good cool


What did the mountainous land in Greece encouraged the Greeks to do?

Many Greeks became sailors and traded with other people.


Why are Greeks considered as a good sailor?

Greeks are considered good sailors due to their maritime culture that dates back centuries, their geographical proximity to the sea, and their historical importance in naval trade and exploration. The Greeks have a long tradition of seafaring skills and knowledge that have been passed down through generations.


Who was the god who liked the greeks because they were sailors?

Poseidon, ruler of the seas.


Why did the Greeks become skilled sailors?

They need to so they can transport others :)


Why did many greeks become traders and sailors?

Many ancient Greeks became traders because unless you were rich or a slave there was no other job opportunity and sailors because their lives were dependent and surrounded by the sea and so this was an expected career for them.


Why did the Greeks become excellent sailors?

For trade and warfare in an age without mechanical transport.


How many miles Greeks sailors travel between Athens and Naples?

about 400 miles:):)


What did Ancient Greeks that lived near the sea become?

Fishers,Sailors,Perfacures --N00B


What device invented by the Greeks to help sailors did the Muslims improve upon?

May be, it is compass.


What effects did geography have on the way Greeks met their needs?

Geography influences all nations. Greece includes mainland Greece (part of the Eurasian continent) and a whole lot of islands (known as the Grecian Archepelago) The Greeks became very good sailors because of the need to get from island to island and anywhere else. The British became very good sailors for the same reason. The Greeks -at least the Athenians-valued knowledge and education. Many royal and aristocratic households all over the ancient world had Greek tutors for their children.


Which best describes the persians The worlds best sailors polythests disinterested in empiers merciful rulers?

Merciful rulers. They were also polytheists, but were not sailors - their navy was comprised of Greeks, Egyptians and Phoenicians.