Geography
This is the name of the peninsula that extends from mainland Greece.
What is Pelopennesus?
Because mountains separated early settlements, it caused these two effects.
What are isolated communities? What is trade and travel were difficult?
In the beginning, each city-state ruled as this type of government in which a few wealthy rulers controlled the arm, economy, and religion.
What is an oligarchy?
This is a stretch of land that is almost completely surrounded by water.
What is a peninsula?
This civilization was known for their beautiful frescoes and pottery. They were master builders and great sailors. Their palaces contained plumbing!
Who are the Minoans?
This ruler ruled alone. They were often overthrown because they were cruel.
What is a tyrant?
This is a small strip of land that connects mainland Greece to the Peloponnesus.
What is an isthmus?
This city-state was governed by an oligarchy and assembly. During times of war, they had two kings govern.
What is Sparta?
In Athens, the government formed a democracy which is defined as this.
What is "the people ruled and had a say in the government?"
Greece is surrounded by these three seas.
What is the Aegean Sea, the Ionian Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea?
This civilization was composed of farmers and peasants driven by war. They took over Crete and Peloponnesus.
Who are the Mycenaeans?
This is a form of government in which one person rules. They are often considered royal or are wealthy.
What is a monarchy?
This island is located off of southern Greece. King Minos lived there.
What is Crete?
In Greece, each city-state was known as this.
What is a polis?