Greece and Persia
After the Persians burnt down this city-state, they rebuilt with temples, monuments, and statues
Athens
What city-states fought during the Peloponnesian War and who won?
Athens and Sparta; Sparta won
Where did Ancient Greeks believe the 12 most important gods and goddesses lived?
Mount Olympus
Where did Macedonians live in relation to Greece
North
Upon conquering Egypt, Alexander built this city of the Mediterranean Coast
Alexandria
Province in Ancient Persia
Satrapy
This city-state suffered from a plague during the second year of the Peloponnesian War
Athens
Each city-state chose a god or goddess as their
protector
Alexander's expeditions led them as far east as
India
How old was Alexander when he took over as king of Macedonia?
20
300 Spartan soldiers fought to the death at this battle
Thermopylae
Thinkers who reflect on the meaning of life
Philosophers
Short stories meant to teach a lesson
Fables
Soldiers on horseback
cavalry
Though Greek city-states were independent, they were united by a
common culture
Persian religion that believed in one god, Ahura Mazda
Zoroastrianism
This woman taught public speaking and was a popular figure in Athens
Aspasia
Myths expressed the _______________________ of Ancient Greeks
Religious beliefs
Alexander died in this city in 323 B.C.E
Babylon
Scientists like Thales and Pythagoras studied astronomy and mathematics. They made conclusions based on
observations
Where were the Persians finally defeated in 479 B.C.E
Plataea
Who gave the speech to the Athenians reminding them why it was important to fight for democracy?
This philosopher created a school called the Lyceum
Aristotle
What was Philip IIs goal? (2 things)
Unite Greek city-states under his rule
Attack the Persian Empire
Cyrus the Great conquered these locations in the 500s B.C.E. Name all 4
Mesopotamia, Syria, Judah, and Greek city-states in Anatolia