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ancient greece
sections 1 - 4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| alphabet | a set of letters or symbols in a fixed order, used to represent the basic sounds of a language; in particular, the set of letters from A to Z. |
| aristocracy | the highest class in certain societies, especially those holding hereditary titles or offices. |
| democracy | a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives. |
| fable | a short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral. |
| isthmus | a narrow strip of land with sea on either side, forming a link between two larger areas of land. |
| myth | a traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events. |
| oligarchy | a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution. |
| peninsula | a piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water. |
| polis | a city state in ancient Greece, especially as considered in its ideal form for philosophical purposes. |
| tyrant | a cruel and oppressive ruler. |
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