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The earliest Greek settlers were the ______.
The earliest Greek settlers were the ______.
Minoans
Land and sea were key factors in growing the ______ civilization.
Land and sea were key factors in growing the ______ civilization.
Minoan
Each Greek ______ has a political system.
Each Greek ______ has a political system.
city-state
______ were created to explain beliefs.
______ were created to explain beliefs.
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The ancient Greeks were ______.
The ancient Greeks were ______.
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Study Notes
Early Greek Civilization
- Greece was surrounded by mountains and seas
- The Minoans were early Greek settlers
- Geography impacted the growth of Minoan civilization
- City-states had unique political systems
- Greek creation stories are known as myths.
- Myths explained Greek beliefs.
Greek Decline
- The Minoan civilization declined in 1450 B.C.
- The Dark Ages followed the Dorian conquest of Greece
- Ancient Greeks did develop democracy.
- Most countries today have a combination of governmental systems.
- Greek gods were divine but had human-like qualities
- Ancient Greeks were polytheistic
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Description
Explore the fascinating history of early Greek civilization, focusing on the Minoans and their geographic influences. Understand the evolution of political systems and the significance of Greek myths in shaping beliefs. This quiz also covers the decline of the Minoan civilization and the subsequent Dark Ages.
