Farming and Agriculture
Why were Greeks cities isolated?
Due to the mountains and oceans surrounding the cities
What were Greek ships built out of?
Why did Greek communities start colonies?
Overpopulation
What is a direct democracy?
A government where everyone votes on every issue
What major crops were grown in Ancient Greece?
Olives and grapes
What effects did sailing have on the Ancient Greeks?
Sailing was a major source of food and resources. It also helped trade and colonization
What is a Poils?
A city-state
What was a Tyranny?
A government ruled by one where power was gained by brute force
What did the Greeks do to successfully farm in Greece?
Build steps in the mountains and grow other crops that needed less land such as olives and grapes
Why were Greek ships considered to be slow?
They were slow because they were designed to carry a lot of things, not for speed
Where did the Ancient Greeks worship gods in their polis?
The acropolis
What was a representitive democracy?
Leaders are elected by the people to vote for them
Why was farming in Greece difficult?
Because it was mountainous and they could not grow crops on the hills
Was it easy to navigate Greek ships? Why or why not?
No, they did not have any directional system or tools, they could only use stars
What were three things the Greeks looked for in potential sites for a colony?
Weak defences, good farming, large harbors
What is a Monarchy?
A government ruled by a king or queen with the help of advisors. Power passed on through the family
What animals did most Ancient Greeks raise?
Sheep and goats
What were three goods from Mainland Greece that were traded?
Oil, pottery, and wine
What was the first Greek colony?
Naxos
What is a Olergarchy?
A government ruled by a small group of usually weathy citizens