Ancient Greece
Two famous City States- One known for it's strength the other for it's intelligence
Athens and Sparta
Roman General and Dictator that transformed Rome from a Republic to an Empire
Julius Caesar
God of Thunder and considered the most powerful god
Zeus
This Roman leader was responsible for expanding the Roman Empire to its largest size
Trajan
What is birthplace of the Renaissance?
Florence
What is the ancient form of Greek government that is still used today?
Democratic Republic
Large arena where gladiatorial games were held
The Colosseum
God of the Underworld. Zeus's brother.
Hades
What African leader was defeated by Rome during the 2nd Punic War?
Hannibal
Name for the Greek marketplace?
Agora
Macedonian ruler responsible for spreading Greek culture to Europe, Asia and Africa
Alexander the Great
Concrete structures that brought water from distant land to cities
Aqueducts
God of the Sea. Often depicted holding a trident
Poseidon
Name given to Roman officials who were elected to serve as leader of the government. There were 2 elected for 1 year terms.
Consuls
The combined leadership of Julius Caesar, Crassus, and Pompey
The First Triumverate
System of thought that seeks to understand the mysteries and questions of life
Philosophy
Two mythological brothers raised by a She Wolf and responsible for naming Rome
Romulus and Remus
How many labors did Hercules have to complete?
12
Greek dictator who accepted the responsibility, served his purpose, and then went back to his farm.
Cincinnatus
Greek Philosopher who came up with the Scientific Method
Aristotle
What was the name of the war fought between the 2 most powerful Greek city- states?
Time period of peace for the Roman empire that lasted over 200 years
Pax Romana
Which goddess is Athena's mother?
None- did not have one!
Roman emperor who was the first to accept Christianity and helped it spread throughout Europe and the Middle East
Constantine
Famous structure built to honor the goddess Athena?
The Acropolis