Natalie Harbridge Flashcards
What were the polis officials in charge of?
Public feasts and sacrifices
Who is considered the leader of the Greek gods?
Zeus
How many years apart were the Olympics?
4
What would the winner of the pentathlon receive?
A crown of olive leafs, a parade, and possibly free meals for the year depending on the city
Where were the Olympic Games held?
My. Olympus
When entering plays, what would happen if you couldn’t afford a ticket?
You would get admitted for free
Who was Aristotle?
One of Plato’s brightest pupils
True or false, Greek scientists wanted to make life easier.
False, they wanted to grow their store of knowledge
What contributions did Greeks make during the golden age?
Thinking, Athletics and the arts
What year did Phillip the great start his rule?
338 b.c.
At what age did Alexander the Great take over Philips throne?
20 years
What did Alexander do to stop. Enemy’s from grabbing him during battle?
Shave his head and beard
What was the most famous city of Alexandrea?
Alexandria,Egypt
How did Alexander die from, and at what age?
He got sick and died at the age of 33
What did Aristotle teach Alexander?
Literature,public science, geography, and biography
