Early River Civilizations
The first civilization we studied that was located in the 'Fertile Crescent'
Mesopotamia
What physical feature covers 75% of Greece?
Mountains
What form of government was created in Athens, that influenced our government today?
Democracy
What type of tree is the most popular in Greece that also provides food, and oils for them to use in various ways.
Olive tree
What does the A in 'ACE' stand for?
Answer the question in a complete sentence.
Mesopotamia
What made trade difficult in Ancient Greece?
The mountainous landscape, and there were no rivers.
Why were city states created instead of having one united government?
They were isolated by the mountains.
What are greek soldiers called?
Hoplites
What does the C in 'ACE' stand for?
Citation - cite your evidence!
This civilization invented indoor plumbing!
Ancient India- Indus River Valley
Greece is surrounded by water on 3 sides, what is this called?
Peninsula
Sparta was ruled by what form of government?
Oligarchy
What special battle formation was used that helped Greeks defeat Persia.
Phalanx
What does the E in 'ACE' stand for?
EXPLAIN- why is your evidence important?
This civilization was built along the Nile river.
Egypt
Name a body of water that surrounds Greece
Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, Aegean Sea
Who are the leaders in an Oligarchy?
Rich Aristocrats
About how many islands does Greece have?
3,000
Give an example of a citation sentence starter.
This civilization used the Mandate of Heaven for its social structure.
What are the two most famous Greek City States?
Sparta, and Athens
Who won the Persian Wars?
Greece, Athens and Sparta came together to fight and win.
What is the golden Age of Greece?
A time when the arts, literature, and philosophy flourished.
Give an example of a citation sentence starter.
"In paragraph 1, the author states..."