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Who introduced the concept of democracy and created the first constitution?
Who introduced the concept of democracy and created the first constitution?
- Socrates
- Cleannes (correct)
- Alexander the Great
- Aristotle
During which period did the ancient Greeks demonstrate their skill at war?
During which period did the ancient Greeks demonstrate their skill at war?
- Classical Period
- Hellenistic Period
- Archaic Period (correct)
- Roman Empire
What was the popular form of entertainment during the Classical Period?
What was the popular form of entertainment during the Classical Period?
- War
- Theater (correct)
- Philosophy
- Olympic Games
Who tutored the future King Alexander the Great?
Who tutored the future King Alexander the Great?
What was the name of the famous building built in Athens?
What was the name of the famous building built in Athens?
During which period did the Romans start to rise to power?
During which period did the Romans start to rise to power?
What was the main staple of the ancient Greek diet?
What was the main staple of the ancient Greek diet?
At what age were boys considered adults in ancient Greece?
At what age were boys considered adults in ancient Greece?
What was the purpose of the courtyard in ancient Greek homes?
What was the purpose of the courtyard in ancient Greek homes?
What was the name of the centralized plaza in ancient Greek cities?
What was the name of the centralized plaza in ancient Greek cities?
Where did the ancient Greek civilization primarily exist?
Where did the ancient Greek civilization primarily exist?
How long has the United States of America been a country?
How long has the United States of America been a country?
What is the name of the three main types of Greek columns?
What is the name of the three main types of Greek columns?
What is the origin of the Olympic games?
What is the origin of the Olympic games?
How many words in the English language came from ancient Greece?
How many words in the English language came from ancient Greece?
What was the main factor that contributed to the success of the ancient Greeks?
What was the main factor that contributed to the success of the ancient Greeks?
Where did the ancient Greeks set up shop in addition to Greece?
Where did the ancient Greeks set up shop in addition to Greece?
What is the name of the period that historians consider the beginning of the Greek civilization?
What is the name of the period that historians consider the beginning of the Greek civilization?
What is the name of the famous author who wrote the Iliad and Odyssey epics?
What is the name of the famous author who wrote the Iliad and Odyssey epics?
When did the ancient Greeks hold their first Olympics?
When did the ancient Greeks hold their first Olympics?
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Study Notes
Ancient Greece
- Ancient Greece was a civilization that existed around 3,500 years ago in Southeastern Europe.
- The Greek civilization had a significant influence on modern society and lasted for about 700 years.
Architecture and Theater
- The ancient Greeks invented columns, with three main types: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian.
- They also developed the concept of theater, with actors performing on stage for the audience.
Philosophy and Literature
- The Greeks invented philosophy, with famous philosophers like Socrates and Aristotle.
- Homer, a famous Greek author, wrote epic poems like the Iliad and Odyssey.
Government and Military
- The ancient Greeks developed the concept of democracy, where citizens vote for their leaders.
- They had a strong military, with famous battles like the war against the Persians.
- The city-state of Athens was the capital of Greece and a center of culture and learning.
City-States and Geography
- Ancient Greece was located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and extended east across the Aegean Sea.
- City-states like Athens, Sparta, and Thebes were major centers of power and culture.
- The Greeks also established colonies in Italy, France, Spain, and Northern Africa.
Timeline of Ancient Greece
- 800 BC: The beginning of the Greek civilization, after the fall of the Mycenaean civilization.
- Archaic Period (800 BC - 480 BC): The first period of the Greek civilization, marked by the development of democracy, mathematics, and the arts.
- Classical Period (480 BC - 323 BC): The period of Greek civilization where they reached their peak, with achievements in theater, architecture, and philosophy.
- Hellenistic Period (323 BC - 146 BC): The final period of the Greek civilization, marked by the rise of the Roman Empire.
Daily Life in Ancient Greece
- Greek homes were joined by a courtyard, with a water well, religious altar, and a separate area for men (andron).
- The father had a significant role in deciding how to raise children, with boys receiving formal education and military training.
- The Greeks ate a healthy diet of olives, bread, fish, vegetables, cheese, and fruits, and drank watered-down wine.
- Clothing was simple, with men and women wearing colored or white tunics, and men sometimes wearing a lighter material (chiton) over one or both shoulders.
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