Chapter 8 vocab Flashcards
1
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Polis
A
A Greek word for a city-state.
2
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Classical
A
An age that is marked by great achievements.
3
Q
Acropolis
A
A high hill.
4
Q
Democracy
A
A type of government in which people rule themselves.
5
Q
Aristocrats
A
Rich landowners.
6
Q
Oligarchy
A
A government in which only a few people have power.
7
Q
Citizens
A
People who had the right to participate in government.
8
Q
Tyrant
A
A leader who held power through the use of force.
9
Q
Pericles
A
Brilliant elected leader.
10
Q
Mythology
A
A body of stories about gods and heroes that try to explain how the world works.
11
Q
Homer
A
A poet.
12
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Sappho
A
A lyrical poet.
13
Q
Aesop
A
Told stories to teach people important lessons.
14
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Fables
A
Short stories that give advice on how to live.
15
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Influence
A
Have an effect on
