Who are the Minoans?

This is the first civilization in Greece. These people lived on the island of Crete, and had a highly organized economy and trade system. They are known for their frescoes, which teach us about their way of life. They also have a legendary palace at Knossos.

Who is Hercules?

This mythical hero possessed great strength as the son of Zeus, and even though he killed his family, he completed the 12 Labors and became a God upon his own death.

What is Democracy?

The great leader Pericles, believed in this type of government.

What is Clay?

Greek's were able to create a lot of pottery because the land was rich in this.

What is an Olive Tree?

This tree is a very important crop for the Greeks, not to mention it was said to be given to them as a gift from the goddess Athena!

Who are the Spartans?

Located in southern Greece, this "soldier" state, required all men to devote his time to training and fighting as a soldier. Boys would leave their homes at 7 to start. There were also strict social classes, including those called "helots" or slaves.

What is Pandora's Box?

This is the story of a girl who's curiosity opens the world to the darkness and evil there is today. However, hope still remains.

What are Tragedies and Comedies?

The two types of Greek Dramas (plays).

What are City-States?

Small, walled cities, and are independent and self-ruling.

What is hilly and rugged?

You might describe the geography of the Greek peninsula as this.

What is a Hoplite?

This seventh century Greek foot soldier, clad in armor and carrying a shield, spear, and sword, fought in formations called a phalanx.

What is The Odyssey by Homer?

This mythical story is the tale of a great Greek war hero who's journey home takes him 20 years filled with dangerous stops along the way like Cyclops island, the Sirens, and the Scylla.

What is the Parthenon?

This building was the artistic, cultural, and commercial center of ancient Greece.

What are Columns?

If you were to draw a Greek building, you would be sure to include these support structures.

Who is King Leonidas?

This King of Sparta fought a famous battle vs. the Persian god-King Xerxes with only 300 men.

Who are the Mycenaeans?

This group of people controlled mainland Greece until about 1600 BC. They lived in small kingdoms, each being a separate city. Though these kingdoms were not united, the people were shared a common language and way of life. These people were also known for having walled cities, built on an Acropolis (hill).

What is Jason and the Golden Fleece?

This myth tells of a young man looking to take back his thrown. Do do so, he must complete a journey to a far away land and recover a highly prized item.

A) What is Black-figured pottery? B) What is Red-figured pottery?

Double Jeopardy!!! A) This type of pottery came first. B) This type of pottery was more detailed.

What are language and religion?

Greek city-states all had these two things in common.

Who was Alexander the Great?

This Macedonian warrior built the largest empire in the world, stretching from Greece to Asia before his untimely death.

Who are Athenians?

This group of people made great contributions to Greek history. Known for their Parthenon and Agora, these people lived much differently than some of their Greek neighbors. The marketplace was central to their way of life, and men did the shopping! They are also known for their victory at Marathon over the Persians. I guess you could say Athena was looking after this group!

What is Daedalus and Icarus?

This myth teaches us to listen to our parents. It tells of a father who builds a maze, only to be trapped in it. He and his son manage to escape, but his son fails to survive.

Who is Herodotus?

He is known as the Father of History.

Who are Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle?

These three Philosophers had unique beliefs and lives, including wanting Philosopher kings, teaching us to question to learn, and having tutored Alexander the Great. (Need 2)

What are "Military Genius", "Ruthless", and "Generous"?

These three phrases can be used to describe the reign of Alexander the Great. (Need 2)