Democracy
What is a polis?
a polis is an independent city state
Name one Greek god in Greek mythology
Zeus, Athena, Apollo
Where did the Greeks establish a trade network?
The Mediterranean and Black Sea
Name one influence from ancient Greece in today´s world.
The Greeks influenced democracy, politics, culture, and art.
Name one group that did not have the right to vote
Women, foreigners and slaves
What was the function of a Greek temple?
It was a religious building dedicated to the gods to house the statue.
Describe the Persian Wars
The Persian Wars took place in 5th century BC and caused a united region.
Why were Greek myths important for Western culture?
They inspired stories and art from Antiquity to present day.
What is an oligarchy?
A small group of leaders who control a government
What are some themes visible on ancient Greek pottery?
We see circles (Proto Geometric) and mythological stories during the Dark Ages. Also black and red figures.
Explain how art was part of Greek expansion?
The Greek ideals of symmetry and balance spead across the Mediterranean and East
Describe one: tyranny, oligarchy, democracy
Tyranny is one ruler controls everything
Oligarchy is a small group in power
Democracy is when people vote for their representative
What was the function of the Agora?
The Agora was the center of public life with political, social, and economic activities taking place there.
What were the ideals of Greek art during the Classical period?
Harmony, proportion and balance
Name one Greek leader who led expansion?
Philip II or Alexander the Great
How did Hellenism influence other cultures?
The ideals of symmetry and balance in art influenced Roman art and the Renaissance.
Name and explain the two political institutions of Athens
Ekklesia which is an assembly of citizens who make decisions. The Boule prepared laws.
What is Hellenism?
Hellenism emerged after Alexander the Great wih the spread of culture, science, art.
What is thalassocracy?
It is colonization by naval dominance on the sea
Name three ways ancient Greece remains relevant today
Art, politics, democracy, colonization, science, theatre. It established democracy and created lasting artistic models.