The 3 periods
What are the three periods of ancient Greek history?
Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic
Describe who were and weren´t citizens in Ancient Greece
What was the religion of the Ancient Greeks? Explain and give examples
The ancient greeks were polythesistic, meaning they worshiped many Gods. Some of these include Zeus, god of lightning, Poseidon, god of the sea, and hades, god of death.
Name at least two art forms from ancient greece, with a basic explanation of each
sculpture, ceramic, architecture (columns, metopes, and pediments)
explain the difference between polies, aristocracy, oligarchy, and democracy
poleis- locally governed city states
aristocracy- a rich minority who governs
oligarchy- government rules by aristorcrtic assemblies and kings
democracy-government elected by the citizens.
In which period were poleis? What are poleis?
Poleis were during the archaic period, and they were independent city states
Name at least three economic activities common in Ancient Greece
List three of the four: Agriculture and farming, Long distance trade, local commerce, and crafts.
Name a famous philosopher from ancient Greece
Aristotle, Socrates, or Plato
Describe the sculpture of ancient Greece
Sculptures were usually made from marble or bronze, and they usually depicted gods, heros, humans and animals in dramatic or schematic poses (depending on the period). They were often made to represent the ideal body, and show human beauty.
How were buildings usually painted?
They were painted in bright colors, such as red, blue, and yellow
Who were the main powers during the classical period?
Athens and Sparta were the main powers.
Explain in English what agriculture and farming is.
Growing food such as wheat, grapes, and olives. as well as raising animals, such as cows, sheep, and goats.
Who was Herodotus?
A famous early historian
What were the three orders of Greek architecture? (Hint: think of the three types of columns you drew)
Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian
What two wars took place during the classical period?
Persian Wars and Peloponnesian war
What did Alexander the Great do in the Hellenistic period, and what happened after his death?
He conquered a huge empire that extended from Macedonia to the Indus valley. After his death his empire was divided between his generals
In Greek society, who paid taxes?
Adult men- both foreigners and locals
Name and describe the two types of plays performed in ancient Greece.
Comedies- entertaining, often funny plays with happy endings.
Tragedies- plays about a serious topic that often has terrible and sad endings.
Name two Greek sculptors.
Myron, Polyclitus, Phidias, Lysippus, Praxiteles
What was hellenism?
The culture of the territories conquered by Alexander the great. mainly Greek but with a strong eastern influence)
Describe the different styles of sculpture in each period
Archaic - rigid and schematic
Classical- figures were idealized and balanced
Hellenistic- figures were dynamic, realistic, and very expressive
Name at least 3 pieces of typical Ancient Greek dress.
Options: Sandals, cloak, tunic, and sunshade
A greek temple was called a parthenon. It was part of the acropolis, surrounded by a wall. They were usually rectangular and considered to be the house of a God. The proanaos was the enterance porch. The Naos was the main hall, with a statue of the god. The opisthodomos was a back room where offerings were left.
Explain the following words:
1. acropolis
2. stadium
3. stoa
1. acropolis- an area above the city, surrounded by a wall with a temple inside.
2. stadium- construction where sporting events were held.
3. stoa- coverd porch, supported by columns