Question

multiple choice question
what drove the need for writing in ancient greece?

○ a new code of laws

○ many different languages on the mainland

○ increased trade

○ war with the phoenicians

Explanation:

Ancient Greece adopted writing (adapting the Phoenician alphabet) primarily to facilitate record-keeping for growing trade networks, which required documenting transactions, goods, and agreements across regions. While laws and language diversity had roles in other contexts, trade was the key driver for the initial adoption and spread of writing in Greek society.

Answer:

C. increased trade