Ancient Greece Geography
Who were the only people allowed to vote in ancient Greece?
Only men born in Greece could vote.
The Greek ships had this to destroy enemy fleet
Triremes
What were two challenges faced by Greek farmers?
1) Lack of farm land 2) Water was scarce 3) They weren't able to grow many crops 4) It was hard to claim land
What has inspired the design of many American buildings today?
Greek architecture
Where did ancient Greeks farm?
They farmed on the hillsides.
When the men in ancient Greece got together how did they vote?
They voted yes or no by raising their hand.
Reasons for the victory of Greece in Battle of Marathon
Rough waters of Aegean sea helped them. They knew how to navigate around it.
The ancient Greeks gave us one of the best contests in the world that we still celebrate every four years. What is it called?
The Olympics
Which is a physical characteristic of ancient Greece?
rocky hills and mountains, peninsula, island
Why did the American founding fathers like the Greek form of Direct Democracy?
They wanted a land where the people ruled.
Reason for Persian victory in Battle of Thermopylae
Traitor in the Greek army
What did architects of ancient Greece use in the construction of their buildings?
columns
Greece is located near what body of water?
The Mediterranean Sea, Aegean Sea, ionian Sea
Ancient Greek men voted on their own rules and laws. This form of government is called what?
Direct Democracy
Explain Peloponnesian war?
Delain league Vs Peloponnesian league
Athens Vs Sparta- lasted for 25 years
Sparta destroyed Athens naval fleet and supressed them
What were some crops farmers grew?
They grew grapes and olives.
What is one of the most famous buildings on Earth built as a temple to honor Athena, the goddess of wisdom?
The Parthenon
Name four different ways the ancient Greeks adapted to their environment?
Farming, fishing, trade, and shipbuilding
Government in the United States is based on the ancient Greek idea of what?
Government by the people- Representattive Democracy
Contributions of Alexander the Great
Cultural diffusion - Called Helenistic period
Great works from around the world was translated into Greek language
first library was created
Trade flourished and new ideas developed.
What animals did they raise?
They raised sheep, goats, pigs, and chickens.
What are four contributions made by the ancient Greeks?
Columns, pottery, the Olympics, and Direct Democracy