Minoans & Mycannanaeans
What is unusual about the Cretes social structure when it comes to women?
Women are treated well.
How do Oligarchies work?
Few rules share power over governement control
What was the first major battle of the Persian War?
Battle of Marathon
When did Price Alexander take charge of the Companion Cavalry?
When he was 18 yrs old
What did Alexander do to the 20 cities he founded?
Named them after himself.
What did the Minoans export for sale ?
Oil and wine
How did Tyrants fain the support of the people?
often bribed people
Why was the Battle of Plataea important ?
It ended the Persian war
What happened when Alexander turned 20?
What was one of the results of Alexander the Great;s conquests?
Vast areas to the east were significantly exposed to Greek civilization and influences
What activit?
Bull jumping
What was different about Sparta's government
It had 2 kings inits Oligarchy
Why was a person named Pheidippides run to Athens and shout " Nike?"
The Greeks won the battle of Marathon
In conflict, how many battles did Alexander lose?
None, he won them all.
What is one of the achievements of the Mycenaeans?
First to speak Greek
Why is the Palace of Knossos so impressive
it has thousands of rooms
Because they were so fearful of having a tyrant , what did Athenians do to any overly ambitious politician?
They could have sent someone into exile for 10 years
Why is Themistocles so important ?
He tricked the Athenians into building an Army
What was Alexander's strategy before his enemies were ready to battle?
He sent in small forces to reach and break the enemy line.
Since the Minoans lived on islands, they did not worry as much about what?
Armies
Why did the Mycenaeans fight alot?
They had a fortified city ( walled city )
What did Solon do in Greek government?
started the 1st democracy in Greece
Why was the Greek vistory in the Persian war so important?
It allowed Greek culture to continue to thrive and spread
How was it Alexander convinced his soldiers to march thousands of miles in harsh conditions , risking their lives?
They considered him a great leader.
What Greek City - State kept monarchy the longest?
Macedonia