Athens: Birth Place of Democracy

Question 1

social

Answer 1

• foundation of Western society
• Europe and Americans
• music, literature, philosophy, architecture, art
• valued education

Question 2

democracy

Answer 2

• birthplace of democracy
• citizens vote
• trial by jury
• freedom of speech

Question 3

women

Answer 3

• no rights

- stay at home

Question 4

military

Answer 4

• extensive trade via trips
• developed strong navy
• men served 2 years, reserve

Question 5

economic

Answer 5

• extensive trade
• grew wealthy
• acquired material goods
• slavery
• high taxes

Question 6

Greek mytholgy

Answer 6

• polytheistic
• represented different forms of nature
• Olympics honor gods