Vocab 1
A long narrative poem about heroic deeds, usually featuring, a hero going on a journey.
Epic poem
Greek city- states
Polis
Armed foot solider in Ancient Greece
Hoplites
Someone who studies knowledge, reality, and existence
Philosopher
A system of government where the power is given to the people
Democracy
Spartan slaves in Ancient Greece
Helots
Someone who studies knowledge, reality, and existence
Philosopher
A system of government where the power is given to the people
Democracy
Spartan slaves in Ancient Greece
Helots
Leaders in Ancient Sparta
Ephors
A performance intended to make an audience laugh
Comedy
A performance featuring tragic events and having an unhappy ending
Tragedy
Athletic contest held to honor Zeus and the other gods.
Olympic Games
A form of discussion by asking and answering questions to form useful ideas.
Socratic Method
Bronze Age civilization in Greece that arose on the island of Crete
Minoan
An epic poem written by Homer. Set during the Trojan war.
The Iliad
An epic poem written by Homer- Sequel to the Iliad
The Odyssey
The ability to live forever
Immortal
What are the three main bodies of water near Greece
Mediterranean Sea, Ionian Sea, Aegean Sea
What events caused the end of the Minoan civilization?
Volcanic eruption and Tsunami
Who was the author of The Iliad and The Odyssey
Homer
How often are the Greek Olympics held?
Every 4 years
Who is the king of the Gods
Zeus
Who was Apollo's twin?
Artemis
Who was the Ugliest god
Hephaestus