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What were jobs really important to the construction of?
Jobs were extremely important to the construction of ancient Greece.
What was Greek art meant to honor?
The Gods.
What was a big part of Greek architecture?
Their Columns.
What type of religion did the Ancient Greek people follow?
Polytheism
How many primary social classes did the Ancient Greeks have?
They had 5 primary social classes.
What were some of the roles men took on?(only need to name one for full points)
Roles men took on included; fishing, farming, warriors, government employees, teachers, or craftspeople.
What was the Ancient Greek alphabet an adaptation of?
The ancient Greek alphabet was an adaptation of the Phoenician writing system.
What were the three types of greek columns? (one type = 66 points)
- Doric Column
- Ionic Column
- Corinthian Column
How many Olympians were there?
Twelve
Who made up the Elite class?
Those born to Athenian parents.
What were women major players in and what did their responsibilities include? (only need to name one responsibility)(half of the question = 150 points)
Like men woman also played large roles, they were major players in raising the next generation. Their responsibilities included housekeeping, child care and upbringing, and meal preparation.
What does Arete mean to the Greeks?
To the Greeks, arete meant excellence and reaching one's full potential.
Why were public works major in Ancient Greece? (get one or the other for half points)
It is because the public needs entertainment or special places for praying.
What were the three main Olympians?
Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades
Who made up the middle class?
People who were not born in Athens but worked hard at their trade made up the middle class.
_________________ were extremely important to Ancient Greece. Their economy was characterized by a reliance on products. (fill in the blanks)
Imported products were extremely important to Ancient Greece. Their economy was characterized by a reliance on products.
What were the three periods of Greek art? (one period = 133 points)
- Archaic Period
- Classical Period
- Hellenistic Period
Name one Ancient Greek Public work that falls under architecture.
- The Pantheon
- Mystras
How did the people worship?
They would tell stories about heroes ( children of Gods) who helped save humanity and the forces of evil with the help of their parents.
What were the five primary social classes of Ancient Greece? (80 points for each one)
The top class(Elite), middle class, the lower class, freedmen, and the slave class were the five primary social classes of Athenian society.
Why was agricultural trade one of the most important trade the Ancient Greeks required?
Because Ancient Greece had such poor land, agricultural trade was one of the most important trades they required. They had a difficult time raising crops due to a lack of decent soil, which is why they relied heavily on their agricultural trades.
Name one example of an Ancient Greek sculpture.
- Diana of Versailles
- The statue of Athena at Parthenos
- Winged Victory of Samothrace
- The Statue of Zeus at Olympia
What was Greek architecture interwined with?
Greek architecture was interwined with their art.
What is an extreme type of offering to the gods?
Human Sacrifice
What were slaves barely a rung above?
Slaves were barely a rung above the lower classes of society.