Greece's Golden Age Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Classical Greek sculpture was characterized by the portrayal of

Strong, fiery emotions

Rough, angry ideas

Strange, odd shapes

Idealized, lifelike bodies (correct)

The leader of the Athenian Empire worked to

Bring together the city's elected officials

Withdraw from the surrounding territories

Create a dictatorship within the city-state

Give citizens direct input into the government (correct)

Athens led a group of city-states following the

Fall of Peloponnesus

End of the Persian Wars (correct)

End of the Delian League

Fall of Sparta

How did Hippocrates differ from Herodotus?

Hippocrates was a physician who created a statement of basic ethics, while Herodotus was a historian who shaped how events are recorded Signup and view all the answers

The Peloponnesian War lasted for almost

Thirty years Signup and view all the answers

During the Golden Age of Athens, male citizens

Could hold an office if they were chosen by lot Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the Socratic method?

The Socratic method used questions to find the truth Signup and view all the answers

Democracy developed in Athens around

500 BCE Signup and view all the answers

The Athenian political system included

An assembly Signup and view all the answers

Which list of events of the Athenian Empire is in the correct chronological order?

i. The Delian League was formed. ii. The Peloponnesian War began. iii. A plague broke out in Athens. iv. Athens lost its ruler and its power. Signup and view all the answers

During the Golden Age of Athens, a tribute was

A tax paid to the empire Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes an ancient Greek tragedy?

A play about human emotions with a sad hero Signup and view all the answers

How did the political system of ancient Athens differ from the political system of the United States today?

Ancient Athens had a direct democracy, while the United States has a representative democracy Signup and view all the answers

What was one cultural contribution made by the ancient Greeks?

The Greeks were the first to write dramatic plays Signup and view all the answers

What is a direct democracy?

A political system in which the people make decisions about the issues that affect them Signup and view all the answers

Why did city-states in the Delian League revolt against Athens?

They resented not having a say in the government Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the outcome of the Peloponnesian War have on Greece?

The Greek Golden Age started to come to an end Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes relations between Athens and Sparta leading up to the Peloponnesian War?

Sparta resented the growing power of Athens, which controlled the city-states of the Delian League Signup and view all the answers

Who led the Athenian Empire?

Pericles Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Classical Greek Sculpture

Characterized by idealized, lifelike bodies, showcasing harmony and beauty.

Leadership in the Athenian Empire

The leader promoted direct citizen participation in governance, strengthening democratic principles.

Post-Persian Wars

Athens emerged leading the Delian League after the Persian Wars, enhancing its political power and influence.

Hippocrates vs. Herodotus

Hippocrates, as a physician, established foundational ethics in medicine, contrasting with Herodotus, a historian who shaped historical recording.

Peloponnesian War Duration

The conflict spanned thirty years, impacting the political landscape of Greece significantly.

Participation of Male Citizens

During Athens’ Golden Age, male citizens could hold office by being chosen by lot, promoting broader political engagement.

Socratic Method

Utilized questioning as a key method for discovering truths, emphasizing critical thinking and dialogue.

Development of Athenian Democracy

Democracy in Athens developed around 500 BCE, marking a crucial transition in governance.

Athenian Political System

Included an assembly, enabling citizens to discuss and vote on significant issues.

Chronology of Athenian Empire Events

Correct sequence: the Delian League formation, outbreak of a plague, loss of leadership and power, and the onset of the Peloponnesian War.

Understanding Tribute

A tribute was a tax levied on city-states under Athenian control, funding the empire’s expenses.

Ancient Greek Tragedy

Defined as a dramatic play focused on human emotions, often featuring a tragic hero facing adversity.

Comparison of Democracies

Ancient Athens employed a direct democracy, contrasting with the representative democracy of the modern United States.

Cultural Contributions of Ancient Greeks

The Greeks pioneered the writing of dramatic plays, significantly influencing literature and theater.

Definition of Direct Democracy

A system in which citizens directly participate in decision-making, influencing laws and policies.

Revolts Against Athens

City-states in the Delian League resisted Athenian dominance due to feelings of disenfranchisement and lack of representation.

Consequences of Peloponnesian War

Marked the decline of the Greek Golden Age, leading to political fragmentation and reduced power.

Athens-Sparta Relations Pre-War

Tensions escalated as Sparta grew resentful of Athens' escalating influence, leading to increasing conflict.

Leadership of the Athenian Empire

Pericles, a key figure during the Golden Age, spearheaded numerous initiatives promoting democracy and cultural advancements.

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Test your knowledge on Classical Greek sculpture and the political structure of the Athenian Empire during Greece's Golden Age. These flashcards will help you understand key concepts, significant figures, and their contributions to art and governance.