Greek Basics
The Ancient Greeks were polytheistic or monotheistic?
Polytheistic
This form of government is when everyone has a say when making decisions.
Democracy
This is the god of the sky, thunder, and weather
Zeus
True or false: The Greek olympics became a model for other societies to follow.
True
What machine did the Greeks invent to move heavy objects?
The Greeks are known for creating this form of government, where everyone has a say
Democracy
This form of government is when a small group of people make decisions for the civilization.
Oligarchy
This is the god of the seas, earthquakes, horses, and storms.
Poseidon
Winners of olympic games were celebrated with what items?
Trophies, medals, crowns, and statues
The Greeks improved the design of this, making travel, import, and export of goods easier and safer.
ships/boats
Greeks are famous for their _____________, or ways of questioning and thinking about certain topics.
Philosophy
This form of government is when either a king or queen makes decisions foe the people.
Monarchy
Ares
What were two of the sports that Greeks played at the olympics?
javelin, discus, chariot racing, wrestling, boxing, track and field
Greek mathematicians like Euclid and Pythagoras invented this subject area within math.
Geometry
This city is the capital or central city in Greece
Athens
This form of government is when one person takes control and makes decisions using force.
Tyranny
This the queen of the gods, and is the goddess of marriage, women, childbirth, and family
Hera
Greek's emphasis on sports led to the creation and design of these things we still use today.
Gymnasium, stadiums, and training methods.
This Greek philosopher observed animals in nature and classified them based on appearance.
Aristotle
The Greeks are known for their a___________, which can still be seen with the design of buildings today.
architecture
What is the difference between a monarchy and an oligarchy?
Monarchy= 1 king or queen makes decisions
Oligarchy= small group of people make decisions
This is the god of the sun, music, and poetry
Apollo
This is the city where the first Greek olympics were held.
Olympia
What was significant about the advancement of Greek medicine?
They tracked symptoms, figured out how the person actually got sick, and provided the correct medicine for patients.