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The Iliad and the Oddesey are examples of what?
Epics
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Who was the ruler of all the 12 Olympic Greek Gods/Goddesses?
Zeus
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What is a Peninsula?
An Area of land nearly surrounded by water. (Surrounded by 3 sides of water)
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What astronomy idea was first introduced in ancient Greece?

Ancient Greeks first introduced the idea that the Earth is spherical and that it revolves around the Sun, laying the foundation for heliocentric theory.

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What made farming in ancient Greece especially difficult?

Farming in ancient Greece was especially difficult due to the region's mountainous terrain, limited arable land, and irregular rainfall.

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How/why did the Trojan War begin?
Paris of Troy stole the wife (Helen) of King of Greece.
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Who was the God of Wine and also gave Midas the touch of gold?
Dionysus
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What is an Aristocrat
A person, which is a member of a rich and powerful family
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How did Alexander the Great become the King main ruler of Ancient Greece?
King Philip his father was assassinated.
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Who is the best basketball team ever?
The CHICAGO BULLS!!!!!!!!
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What did the Greeks build during the war that gave the Greeks the decisive victory?
They built a Trojan horse and the soldiers hid inside the horse.
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This goddess is the goddess of Agriculture and her daughter is married to Hades.
Demeter
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What is a Tryant?
A ruler who takes the power with the help of middle class people.
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After Alexander died, what did they do with his empire?
The empire was divided into 3 Hellenistic kingdoms.
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The Greek scientist Eratosthenes discovered what?
The distance around the entire Earth
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Who controlled most of the land in Ancient Greece?
Aristocrats
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He is the God of music, light and healing.
Apollo
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What is an Acropolis?
A high, rocky hill on or near which early people built cities.
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When Alexander took over or ruled over a new community what did Alexander do with the people of that community?
He would make deals with them to unite with him and join his army. He would also turn these communities into a Hellenistic Community.
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Name the 12 Greek Olympic Gods
Zeus, Poseidon, Apollo, Hera, Athena, Artemis, Aris, Dionysus, Aphrodite, Demeter, Hermes and Hephaestus
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How did the citizens of Athens get enough grain to eat?

The citizens of Athens obtained enough grain to eat through trade with other regions, particularly from the Black Sea and Egypt, ensuring a steady supply.

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Why is Herodotus called the "Father of History"?

first to systematically collect, record, and analyze historical events in a narrative form, separating fact from myth.

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What is a Democracy?
A form of government in which citizens govern themselves.
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Why was Alexander known as "Alexander the Great"?
Because he was the best ruler Greek has ever had, Alexander never lost a battle and he discovered many countries East of Greece. He traveled the farthest anyone has ever East of Greece.
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What was an advantage that Greece had over the Persians in the Battle of Marathon?

An advantage Greece had over the Persians in the Battle of Marathon was its superior military tactics, including the use of a strong, well-coordinated infantry that outmaneuvered the larger Persian force.