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What political system was practiced in Athens?
What political system was practiced in Athens?
- Oligarchy
- Autocracy
- Democracy (correct)
- Monarchy
Which of the following is true about Sparta's education system?
Which of the following is true about Sparta's education system?
- Military training was emphasized from a young age. (correct)
- Children were educated in arts and philosophy.
- Education was only available to boys.
- Citizens received no formal education.
Which characteristic is associated with Athens?
Which characteristic is associated with Athens?
- Possessed the highest number of soldiers.
- Strongest navy in the Mediterranean. (correct)
- Rulership by a select group of elites.
- Strong emphasis on military training.
What contributed to the formation of numerous independent city-states in ancient Greece?
What contributed to the formation of numerous independent city-states in ancient Greece?
What major change occurred in Greece by 146 BC?
What major change occurred in Greece by 146 BC?
Which of the following best describes Alexander the Great's impact?
Which of the following best describes Alexander the Great's impact?
What was the main type of government in Sparta?
What was the main type of government in Sparta?
Which of these regions did Alexander the Great NOT conquer?
Which of these regions did Alexander the Great NOT conquer?
Flashcards
Where was ancient Greek civilization located?
Where was ancient Greek civilization located?
Ancient Greek civilization was centered in the Aegean Sea region, including the Greek Peninsula, the Aegean Islands, Crete, and the western coastal regions of Asia Minor.
How did the landscape of ancient Greece affect its political structure?
How did the landscape of ancient Greece affect its political structure?
The mountainous landscape of ancient Greece made transportation difficult, leading to the development of numerous independent city-states.
Describe Athens.
Describe Athens.
Athens was a city-state on the southern coast of the Greek Peninsula known for its democracy, valuing education and contributing to the development of philosophy and arts. It was a powerful naval force and one of the wealthiest city-states in Greece.
Describe Sparta.
Describe Sparta.
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How did Alexander the Great influence the spread of Greek culture?
How did Alexander the Great influence the spread of Greek culture?
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How did ancient Rome affect ancient Greek civilization?
How did ancient Rome affect ancient Greek civilization?
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What are the three main periods of Roman history?
What are the three main periods of Roman history?
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Who were the Latins and what role did they play in the founding of Rome?
Who were the Latins and what role did they play in the founding of Rome?
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Study Notes
Ancient Greek Civilization
- Originated in the Aegean Peninsula, Aegean Islands, and Crete, spreading to western coastal regions of Asia Minor
- Varied terrain (hills), making transportation challenging; led to independent city-states
- City-states emerged between 800 BC and 600 BC, with Athens and Sparta as prominent examples
- Shared common language and myths, differing politically and culturally
- Athens: democracy with citizen participation in governance, emphasizing education and producing thinkers
- Sparta: oligarchy with limited citizen participation; focused on military training, strength, and skill
- Alexander the Great, a Macedonian king, created a vast empire encompassing parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa, extending the reach of Greek culture
- Ancient Greece dominated the Mediterranean, developing significant naval power and trade
- The golden age of Ancient Greek civilization was marked by the development of city-states from around 800BC – 600BC.
Ancient Roman Civilization
- Origin: Latins settled in central Italy (753 BC)
- Villages along the Tiber River unified to form Rome. Romans formed the Roman culture
- The Roman kingdom transitioned to the Roman republic (509 BC – 27 BC)
- The Roman Empire followed (27 BC – AD 476)
- Romans conquered much of the Mediterranean
- Roman civilization influenced by Greek culture
- Romans began their rise in power in the 3rd Century BC, and conquered Greece in 146 BC marking a shift in dominance to the Roman Empire and the decline of the Greek civilization.
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Explore the rich history of Ancient Greek civilization, focusing on its geographical origins and the emergence of independent city-states like Athens and Sparta. Discover how their differing political structures and cultural practices influenced the development of democracy and military strength. Learn about Alexander the Great's impact on Greek culture and the legacy of this golden age.
