Government
This type of government means “rule by the people.”
Democracy
This philosopher taught by asking questions.
Socrates
A serious play with a sad ending.
Tragedy
The first Olympic Games were held in this year.
776 BCE
One similarity between ancient and modern Olympics.
Held every 4 years
Athens used this specific type of democracy where citizens voted directly.
Direct Democracy
This teaching style involves asking and answering questions.
Socratic Method
A humorous play that often makes fun of people or politics.
comedy
The Olympics were held in this city.
Olympia
One major difference between ancient and modern Olympics.
Women can compete today.
This city-state focused on military strength and discipline.
Sparta
This philosopher started The Academy.
Plato
Greek plays were originally performed to honor this god.
Dionysus
The Olympic Games were held to honor this god.
Zeus
Athens focused on this, while Sparta focused on the military.
Education and culture
Only this group of people could vote in Athens.
free adult male citizens
This philosopher believed in observation and logic.
Aristotle
In Greek plays, this part introduced the background information and helped the audience understand the story.
Prologue
During the Olympics, this agreement stopped wars temporarily.
Sacred Truce
Both tragedies and comedies are types of this.
Greek Theater
This type of government means rule by a small group
Oligarchy
Plato believed this type of leader should rule.
Philosopher-king
This famous temple in Athens shows Greek architectural style.
Parthenon
Ancient winners received this instead of medals.
Olive Wreath
How was the government of Athens different from the government of Sparta?
Athens was a Democracy. Sparta was an Oligarchy.