Greece
477 to 431 B.C. A period of growth in intellectual & artistic learning for Greece under the leadership of Pericles
Golden Age of Greece
What was the primary function of this Roman invention was to supply water to the people of Rome
Aqueduct
This was a series of wars fought by Greek states & Persia
Persian Wars
System of government where representatives are chosen by the people
Republic
Form of Government where the citizens directly vote on the decisions of their Government
Direct Democracy
Blending of Greek, Persian, Egyptian, and Indian cultures.
Hellenistic Culture
What was 1 of the 4 causes of the fall of Rome?
1. Military Causes
2. Social Causes
3. Economic Causes
4. Political Causes
What was a significant outcome of the Peloponnesian War for the Greeks?
It led to a decline in population and questioning of democracy.
Ruler who has complete control of the Government
Dictator
Which form of government is characterized by rule by a few, often seen in Sparta?
Oligarchy
What was the primary purpose of the Acropolis in ancient Greek city-states?
Sacred Structure dedicated to the Greek gods
A time of Roman Rule that had peace and stability that lasted for about 200 years
Pax Romana
The war in which the Mycenaeans defeated the city of Troy
Trojan War
To block a government action
Veto
This provided entertainment for the masses in Rome, and was a example of the greatness of Roman Engineering.
The Colosseum
How did the education system in Athens differ from that in Sparta?
Athens focused on Arts and Literature
Sparta Focused on Military Skills
What year is attributed as the year in which Rome fell?
476 A.D.
This civilization was a rival to Rome before the Punic Wars
Carthage
Domination by one country political, economic, or cultural life of another
Imperialism
What was a common feature of both Greek and Roman art?
Realism, and Human Emotion
What was the primary purpose of the Delian League formed by Greek city-states?
Protect against Persian Invasion
This part of Rome in the east lasted for 1,000 years longer after the fall of Rome.
Byzantine Empire
This man led Carthage in the Second Punic War. He famously used elephants in his army.
Hannibal
An official elected by the plebians to protect their interests in the government
Tribune
The first written law code of Rome, written on stone tablets.
Twelve Tables