Explorers
Why did people explore?
Intrigue and wonder of what is out there
This empire ruled which two continents?
Europe and Western Asia
How many Olympian gods were there?
12
What was an apprentice?
A boy who worked for an experienced worker to learn their trade.
What were the purpose of castles?
15th and 17th
Which came first: the Greeks or the Romans?
Name 5 Greek gods
Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Dionysus, Apollo, Artemis, Hermes, Athena, Ares, Aphrodite, Hephaestus, Demeter and Hedes
What were the Crusades?
Religious wars to gain territory of the Holy Land.
What were arrow slits?
Narrow holes in the wall to fire arrows through when defending the castle.
The vast majority of explorers came from which continent?
Europe
How were Athens and Sparta different?
Athens focused on arts and learning. Sparta focused on war.
What was Hercules known for?
His strength and courage.
A large tower within a castle that was the last line of defence.
What were battlements?
At the top of the castle walls. Used by defenders of the castle to launch attacks.
Give 2 specific reasons why these people explored?
Gold, science, land, challenge, trade.
Which toy did the Greeks invent?
Yo-yo
Why was Achilles given his name?
He was invincible except for his heel.
What part of the castle is the moat?
A ditch surrounding a castle filled with water.
Name and describe a famous castle.
.........
New Ideas, food, gold, slaves
When law trials were held in Athens, they used a Jury of ___________ citizens.
500
Name and describe a Greek monster.
Centaur, Cerberus, Harpies, Medusa
The Viking age lasted from the _________ century to the __________ century
9th to 11th
Name and describe 5 features of a castle