Key Terms - Ancient Greece Flashcards
Civilization
A complex society characterized by urban development, social structure, government, and systems of communication.
The civilization of Mesopotamia
An ancient civilization that developed in the Fertile Crescent, known for its advancements in agriculture, writing, and law.
The civilization of Egypt
An ancient civilization located along the Nile River, known for its pharaohs, pyramids, and hieroglyphic writing.
The civilization of Persia
A vast empire in the ancient world, known for its military strength, imperial organization, and cultural diversity.
The civilization of Greece
A collection of independent city-states in the ancient world, known for its contributions to philosophy, democracy, art, and literature.
The civilization of Mycenaeans
An early civilization that inhabited mainland Greece, known for its fortified cities and warrior culture.
Mythology
A collection of myths and legends that a society uses to explain the world, its history, and its beliefs.
City-State (Polis)
An independent political unit consisting of a city and its surrounding countryside.
Monarchy
A form of government where a single ruler, usually a king or queen, holds supreme power.
Oligarchy
A form of government where a small group of people, usually wealthy or aristocratic, hold power.
Tyranny
A form of government where a single ruler seizes power illegally and rules oppressively.
Democracy
A form of government where all eligible citizens have the power to participate in decision-making.
Aristocracy
A form of government where power is held by a privileged class or nobility.
Ostracize
To banish or exclude someone from a city or society.
Philosophy
The study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.
