Sophocles and Euripides Overview

<p>Alexander the Great's conquests (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Isocrates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He aimed for accuracy and objectivity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He provided insights into the nature of power, politics, and human behavior. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A term used by ancient Greeks to identify themselves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The fading of the city-state ideal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Absolute monarchies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By claiming divinity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To govern vast regions with minimal input from the population (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Division between Greek elites and indigenous populations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blending Greek gods with local deities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gods are viewed with doubt and uncertainty. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The exploration of the human psyche. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conflict between unity and diversity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rise of autocratic rule (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Encouraging dialogue and critical thinking. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The detective is also the murderer he seeks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True knowledge leads to moral behavior. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sophocles expressed doubt in their positive interventions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He presented well-developed female characters. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Hellenistic period featured the emergence of large, centralized kingdoms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Emphasis on individual freedom and personal development. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It became a cosmopolitan city, blending Greek and local cultures. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reconciling Greek cultural dominance with diverse local populations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By spreading Greek cultural influence, which later influenced Roman society. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It signified a transition away from small, localized city-states to larger, multicultural empires. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They challenged the focus on civic duty and emphasized individual autonomy and happiness. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There was a clear distinction between Greek rulers and the local populations, highlighting the challenges of governance in a multicultural empire. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Ionian Greeks were unhappy with Persian rule. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect against further Persian invasions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A devastating plague that ravaged Athens. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Persia weakened both Athens and Sparta, reducing their threat. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assist a Persian royal brother in a power struggle. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They maintained distinct identities but shared some cultural practices. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It strengthened Athenian confidence and boosted its standing in the Greek world. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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His generals divided the empire into territories.

Shift from small city-states to large, diverse societies.

Democratic governance turned into absolute monarchies.

Monarchs asserted their power by claiming divine status.

Direct citizen governance diminished, leading to autocracy.

Greek elites dominated local populations socially and politically.

Blending of Greek gods with local deities by rulers.

Greek rulers dealt with the tension of unity versus diversity.

Sentenced to death for corrupting youth and impiety, accepting fate calmly.

An influential Athenian educator and rhetorician focused on practical rhetoric.

Isocrates believed rhetoric was vital for success in public life.

Ancient Greek historian known for 'History of the Peloponnesian War'.

Thucydides analyzed causes of events, focusing on power and politics.

Term from 'Hellen' identifying ancient Greeks, reflecting cultural unity.

Unified the Greek world, extended Greek influence through conquests.

Conflict between Athens and Sparta studied by Thucydides for its complexities.

Ancient Greek playwright known for nuanced portrayals of the gods.

A tragedy by Sophocles featuring a detective who is also the murderer.

Sophocles questioned the clarity of gods' interventions in human affairs.

Playwright known for depicting gods as indifferent and exploring human psyche.

A form of cooperative argumentative dialogue initiated by Socrates to stimulate critical thinking.

Emphasized ethics, virtue, and that knowledge is integral to moral behavior.

Encouraged individuals to question their own beliefs and assumptions for deeper understanding.

Notable for well-developed female characters, contrasting with earlier playwrights.

Philosophical schools like Stoicism and Epicureanism emerged, focusing on personal freedom.

A school of thought that emphasizes self-control and rationality in dealing with challenges.

A school of thought promoting the pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of pain through moderation.

A philosophy that advocates for living in virtue in agreement with nature, often rejecting societal norms.

The blending of Greek culture with local traditions, seen in cities like Alexandria.

The transition from small city-states to large, diverse empires.

Absolute rule by monarchs, often seen as divine leaders, following Alexander's empire division.

View of rulers seeing gods as powerful historical figures, not divine.

Uprising of Ionian Greeks against Persian rule supported by Athens.

Decisive Greek victory against Persians in the first invasion led by Darius I.

Alliance formed after Persian Wars, led by Athens to counter Persia.

Failed military campaign by Athens during the Peloponnesian War.

Greek mercenaries hired to support a Persian prince's claim for the throne.

Persian king, known for seeking revenge on Athens after the Ionian Revolt.