Vocabulary
What do you call someone who goes into a country and takes it over by force?
invader
I am the king of the gods. I am the god of thunder and lightning.
Zeus
What is the famous temple in Athens that was dedicated to Athena and whose architecture has influenced the Lincoln Memorial?
Parthenon
I became famous for the many areas I conquered. Who am I?
Alexander the Great
Where do the twelve gods and goddesses live?
Mount Olympus
True or False: If someone is summoned, they are being called to come to a certain place.
True
I am the god of music, light and poetry.
Apollo
This is a large athletic event held in honor of Zeus.
Olympics
I was a great philosopher who lived very simply and always asked questions. Who am I?
Socrates
This is a closed Greek city-state that has 2 kings in case one dies in war. The boys join the army when they turn 7.
Sparta
If someone does something by themselves, are they doing it dependently or independently?
independently
I am the goddess of war and wisdom.
Athena
Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle contributed ideas and writing by studying these three things.
life, knowledge and truth
I ran many miles to get help in battle from Sparta and announced victory in Athens. Who am I?
Pheidippides
This is the famous statue created by Myron based on an Olympic athlete.
The Discus Thrower
True or False: An ideal classroom is a place where students can learn, feel safe, and do their best.
I am the messenger of the gods.
This is a 26.2 mile race that is held in honor of Pheidippides.
marathon
I was a great philosopher who believed in balance and whose studies in science are still used today. Who am I?
Aristotle
This what Athena offered Athens so that they would name the city-state after her.
an olive tree
True or False: A tribute is a game you play with your friends at recess.
False! A tribute is something you do or say to show respect or honor someone.
I am the god of the sea, everything in it, and earthquakes.
Poseidon
This is the form of government that allows people to vote and make laws.
democracy
I was voted to be the leader of Athens. Who am I?
Pericles
Why did city-states form in Greece?
the mountains divided the land so that separate cities would form