Ancient greece Flashcards
Which early civilization lived on the island of Knossos and was known for being successful traders?
Minoans
What was the result of the Persian Wars?
Athens and Sparta got an alliance to defeat the Persians and win the war.
What type of government existed in the city-state of Athens?
Democracy
Whose army conquered areas in Greece, Egypt, Persia, and parts of Asia?
Alexander the Great
Which man is known as the ‘Father of Medicine’?
Hippocrates
Who brought new trade opportunities and wealth to the Greek mainland?
Mycenaeans
Which city-state gave women many of the same rights as men?
Sparta
Who was allowed to participate as actors in Greek theater?
The men
Were Greek city-states polytheistic or monotheistic?
Polytheistic
Describe the landscape of Greece. (Flat or hilly)
Hilly
Which civilization held power during the Greek ‘Dark Age’?
Dorians
Who were Greek philosophers who taught public speaking, history, math, reading, and science?
Sophists
What type of government did Sparta have?
Oligarchy
Who developed the idea of the Golden Mean?
Aristotle
Who was known as the king of the gods?
Zeus
Define the term ‘agora’.
An open area where people would socialize and trade
Define the term ‘philosopher’.
A thinker who reflects upon the meaning of life and is known for their wisdom
Define the term ‘democracy’.
A type of government in which the general populace (people) make decisions and share power.
Define the term ‘polis’.
A Greek city-state.
Define the term ‘oligarchy’.
A type of government in which power is controlled by a small group of people.
Define the term ‘phalanx’.
A military technique whereby soldiers march and fight side by side in rows.
Define the term ‘peninsula’.
An area of land surrounded by water on three sides.
Define the term ‘myth’.
A story about gods, goddesses, and heroes that is passed down over time.
