Government System
How did SOLON change the government in Athens?
He outlawed debt, slavery, and gave citizenship to all free men.
What types of plays were invented by ancient Greeks as a form of entertainment?
Comedy and tragedy
What was the clothing called that was worn by ancient Greeks?
Chitons
What field of study were Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle famous leaders of?
Philosophy
Why do some historians refer to Alexander as "great?"
He was a famous king who created one of the world's largest empires in a short amount of time.
Why's Cleisthenes considered an important figure in world history?
He was a politician who changed Athens' constitution and made it a democracy.
Who were the citizens that also served as soldiers in most Greek-city states?
Hoplites
What were some of the major goods produced in ancient Greece?
Olives and wine. Pottery too (but not really a food or clothing)
Who was Homer?
He was a guy that became famous for writing two epics called the Iliad and the Odyssey, which told stories of Gods and Heroes.
What was the role of women in Sparta?
Spartan women completed physical training and could own property.
In Athenian democracy, who was EXCLUDED from participating in the government?
Women, children, immigrants, and enslaved people were excluded from Athenian democracy.
Which city-state in ancient Greece experienced several government changes and became the first democracy of the world?
Athens
Why did the Greeks establish several colonies around the Mediterranean Sea?
They wanted to increase their wealth and trade.
Which two ancient Greek scholars wrote about the history of the Persian War and the history of the Peloponnesian War?
Herodotus and Thucydides
What are the 5 events of the pentathlon in ancient Greek Olympics?
long jump, discus, footrace, jevelin and wrestling
How did the assembly work in Athenian democracy?
The assembly debated and voted on laws and other decisions.
Who were the Minoans?
They were expert ship builders
What were the powers of the god named Zeus in Greek Mythology?
Sky and Thunder
Why's Hippocrates considered an important figure in world history?
He was a doctor who created an oath for medical professionals to act in the best interest of their patients.
Did Athens have a powerful army or navy?
Athens had a powerful navy
Why do modern-day countries elect politicians instead of allowing ALL citizens to serve in the government?
Their populations are too large to gather in one place.
Which civilization is known for its warriors and fought in the Trojan war?
The Myceneans
Why did Spartan boys receive limited food and supplies during their military training?
They wanted them to be tough, disciplined and not tempted comfortable life.
Why do historians refer to a period of ancient Greek history as the Dark Age?
Because there are no available written records and historical events.
Did Sparta have a powerful army or a navy?
Sparta had a powerful army.