Question

what helped to form the basis for the revival of greece by 850 bce?
iron farming tools
migration from ionia
a formalized alphabet
the consolidation of small mycenaean monarchies

Explanation:

To determine the basis for Greece's revival by 850 BCE, we analyze each option:

• Iron farming tools: The use of iron tools (replacing bronze) improved agriculture, increasing food production and supporting population growth and societal revival.
• Migration from Ionia: There’s no strong historical basis for this driving Greece’s revival.
• A formalized alphabet: The Greek alphabet’s formalization occurred later, not by 850 BCE.
• Consolidation of Mycenaean monarchies: Mycenaean civilization collapsed before 850 BCE, so this is incorrect.

Thus, iron farming tools enabled agricultural advancements critical for revival.

Answer:

A. Iron farming tools