Ancient Greek Contributions and Golden Age
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What year were the first Olympic Games held?

  • 700 BCE
  • 776 BCE (correct)
  • 800 BCE
  • 750 BCE

Which god is associated with the Olympic Games?

  • Hera
  • Hades
  • Apollo
  • Zeus (correct)

What is a key theme of Homer's epics?

  • Mystical creatures
  • War and heroism (correct)
  • Love and romance
  • Religious rituals

In which city was the Iliad based?

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What was one of the primary goals of Pericles as the leader of Athens?

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How often were the Olympic Games held?

<p>Every four years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the Athenians demonstrate their creativity according to the content?

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What was the role of tragedies in Athenian society?

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Which of the following is NOT a category for gods and goddesses mentioned?

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What is the significance of 1876 in relation to Troy?

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What did Greek philosophy suggest about the universe?

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According to Greek philosophers, what is necessary for humans to understand the laws of the universe?

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Which of the following is a goddess associated with beauty?

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Who is known for writing 'The Republic' and founding the Academy?

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What did Aristotle believe was the method to discover the essence of knowledge?

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What does the content suggest about the laws in the universe according to Greek philosophy?

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Who is known as the 'Father of Geometry'?

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What significant mathematical concept is associated with Pythagoras?

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Which philosopher is referred to as the 'Father of Medicine'?

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What theory is Democritus known for developing?

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Which historical figure is recognized as the 'Father of History'?

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What was Aristarchus known for in astronomy?

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Which principle is foundational in Thales' contributions to science?

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Eratosthenes is best known for estimating what measurement?

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Homer

A famous poet known for his epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey.

Troy

A city discovered in 1876, where Homer's Iliad is based.

Olympic Games

The first Olympic Games held in 776 BCE in Olympia, held every four years, for Zeus.

776 BCE

The year the first Olympic Games were held in Olympia.

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Gods & Goddesses

The deities of the ancient Greeks with their domains and characteristics.

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Greek Gods

The gods and goddesses of ancient Greece, with their domains and characteristics.

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Collaboration

Working together, cooperation, as in a group testing.

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Greek Mythology

The body of myths, legends, and stories of the ancient Greek civilization about their Gods & Goddesses

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Golden Age of Athens

A period of Athenian flourishing, characterized by advancements in democracy, trade, and arts.

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Athenian Democracy

A system of government where citizens participate directly in decision-making.

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Pericles' aims

Strengthening Athenian democracy, establishing a commercial empire, and beautifying Athens.

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Greek Philosophy

The study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.

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Organized universe

A belief that the universe operates according to natural, understandable laws.

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Socrates' method

A method of philosophical inquiry based on questioning to stimulate critical thinking.

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Plato's Academy

Plato's philosophical school emphasizing reason and knowledge.

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Aristotle's approach

Aristotle believed that reason, based on experience, could lead to the understanding of the world.

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Eratosthenes

Estimated the circumference of the Earth.

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Euclid

Father of Geometry, defined mathematical axioms.

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Archimedes

Calculated the value of pi (Ï€).

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Pythagoras

Developed the Pythagorean Theorem.

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Democritus

First atomic theory.

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Hippocrates

Father of medicine.

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Aristarchus

Proposed Sun as center of the universe.

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Thales

Fundamental elements of Nature.

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Study Notes

Ancient Greek Contributions

  • Ancient Greece laid the foundation for Western civilization
  • Democracy: a system of government where citizens have the power to participate in decision-making
  • Homer: a renowned poet, famous for his epic poems Iliad and Odyssey
  • Troy: a city discovered in 1876, the setting for Homer's Iliad
  • Olympic Games: the first games were held in 776 BCE in Olympia, held every four years, originally dedicated to Zeus
  • Gods and Goddesses: a pantheon of deities with specific roles, such as:
    • Zeus: sky, justice, and order
    • Hades: underworld and death
    • Poseidon: sea
    • Ares: war
    • Hera: marriage
    • Aphrodite: love and beauty
    • Apollo: medicine and music
    • Artemis: chastity, moon, and hunt
    • Dionysus: wine
    • Hermes: messenger of the gods
    • Demeter: agriculture

Golden Age of Athens

  • Pericles's goals: strengthen Athenian democracy, create a commercial empire, enhance Athens' beauty
  • Athenian achievements in literature: plays were popular in public performances that educated people
  • Greek philosophy:
    • Organized universe: the universe is orderly and predictable
    • Natural laws: the universe operates according to rules that humans can understand
    • Reason and logic: ability to use reason and logic to understand the world

Greek Philosophers

  • Socrates: knowledge is attained through dialogue and questioning
  • Plato: author of The Republic, established the Academy
  • Aristotle: logic and reason are tools to understand the world

Individual Assignment

  • Students should choose a Greek philosopher and explain why they admire that person
  • The choice is based on their personal interests and observations

Major Contributions of Greece

  • Mathematics:
    • Eratosthenes: estimated the Earth's circumference
    • Euclid: father of geometry
    • Archimedes: calculated pi
    • Pythagoras: Pythagorean theorem
  • Science:
    • Democritus: first atomic theory
    • Hippocrates: considered the father of medicine
    • Aristarchus: proposed the Sun as the center of the solar system
    • Thales: fundamental elements of nature
  • History:
    • Herodotus: considered the father of history
    • Thucydides: developed objective historical writing
  • Classical Art:
    • Phidias: sculptor of statues of Athena and Zeus

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Explore the rich contributions of Ancient Greece to Western civilization, including democracy, epic poetry, and the pantheon of gods and goddesses. Delve into the Golden Age of Athens, highlighting Pericles's goals and the cultural advancements of the era. Test your knowledge of significant historical events and figures.

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