Greek World Intro Flashcards
1
Q
Demagoguery
A
Selfish, unprincipled appeals to popular passions and prejudices
2
Q
Where is the Parthenon?
A
In Athens
3
Q
Aristocracy
A
Rule by the “best”
4
Q
Monarchy
A
Rule by a monarch (a King or queen). May involve a royal family
5
Q
Oligarchy
A
Rule by a few
6
Q
Republic
A
Rule by elected leaders
7
Q
Why are the Greeks important?
A
Their contribution = “ideas”
8
Q
Greece’s area is about the same as… or the state of…
A
England; Alabama
9
Q
Greeks influenced by:
A
MnM’s
1) mountains
2) maritime (sea)
Few natural resources (led to colonization)
10
Q
Polis
A
A major town with its surrounding territory
