L27 Vvocab/sg Flashcards

1
Q

to leave someone or something without intending to return

A

Abandon

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2
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a marketplace in Ancient Greece

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Agora

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3
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a city-state of ancient Greece that was first to have a democracy; also known as the birthplace of Western civilization; the capital of present-day Greece

A

Athens

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4
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having the ability or skill necessary to do something well

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Capable

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5
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in Athens, a group of 500 citizens chosen to form a council responsible for running the day-to-day business of government

A

Council of 500

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6
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a small group of Spartans who made all the important governing decisions

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Council of elders

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7
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to completely remove or put an end to something

A

Eliminate

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8
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to get something, usually by making an effort or working for it

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Obtain

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9
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a peninsula forming the southern part of the mainland of Greece

A

Peloponnesus

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10
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a city-state of ancient Greece, known for its military oligarchy

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Sparta

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