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Ruler of the Greek Gods
Zeus
Written work performed by actors
Drama
Games held every four years
Olympics
"Grandma got ran over by a"
Reindeer
King of Macedonia who conquered parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia
Alexander the Great
Short story that usually involves animals and teaches a moral
Fable
Greek word for city-state
Polis
Name of the Elf played by Will Ferrell in his movie "Elf"
Buddy
City-State known for their military
Sparta
The logical study of basic truths about knowledge, values, and the world
Philosophy
Highest part of Athens, location of important buildings
Acropolis
"Chestnuts roasting on..."
An open fire
City-State known for its navy.
Athens
Enslaved people in ancient Sparta
Helots
A government ruled by a few powerful people
Oligarchy
Another name for Santa Claus (hint: not St. Nicholas)
Kris Kringle
Leader of Athens from 460 to 429 B.C.
Pericles
Culture made up of parts of Greek, Persian, Egyptian, and Indian styles and customs.
Hellenistic
A ruler who took power illegally
Tyrant
How many reindeer does Santa have?
9