Greek Gods/Christianity
Who is Zeus?
God of Thunder and considered the most powerful god
What government system did the Greeks use?
democracy
What is the Collesium?
The large arena where gladiatorial games were held
What is the capital of Italy?
Rome
What is Polytheism
A religion that worships many gods.
What social class in Greece made the majority of the population?
Slaves
What are the Roman Roads
Connected the whole Roman Empire and helped the movement of troops, trade, etc.
Who is Julius Caesar?
The first dictator to take over Rome. Helped improve the quality of life and greatly increased Rome's empire. Was assassinated.
Who is Hades?
God of the Underworld. Zeus's brother.
Who is Homer and what did he write?
A Greek author who write the Odyssey and the Illiad
What form of government did the Romans use?
A Republic
Who is Poseidon?
God of the Sea. Often depicted holding a trident
What were some main trade items from Greece
What are aqueducts?
Concrete structures that brought water from distant land to cities
Who is Emperor Constantine?
Roman emperor who was the first to accept Christianity and helped it spread throughout Europe and the Middle East
Who is Socrates?
Greek Philosopher who came up with the Socratic Method which revolves around asking questions
What Roman emperor started the Paz Roman (time of peace)
Emperor Augustus