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PC SS U3 C4

Social Studies Unit 3 Chapter 4

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What does the word myth mean? a story that explains reasons for a belief or an event
What does the word moral mean? a belief about right and wrong behavior
What is the purpose of the Parthenon? Religious ceremonies were conducted there.
What is the difference between Greek comedy and Greek tragedy? A comedy has a happy ending, but a tragedy has a sad or tragic ending.
Poseidon was the god of ____________. the sea
The statue of Poseidon that is located in Spain's Canary Islands is evidence that ___________________. Greek myths are known across much of the world.
What did the ancient Greeks call themselves? Hellenes
What were key characteristics of the ancient Olympic Games? It was an athletic competition which showed a time of peace and negotiation as a festival honoring Zeus.
How far east did Alexander the Great's empire extend? to India
What is the main idea of Plato's book, Republic? How to organize a just society
When does Aristotle think it is important to have friends? at every stage of one's life
What examples of Ancient Greek culture influences our modern world today? The Olympic Games are performed across the world for winter and summer sports. Myths are read in school as a form of entertainment. Democracy is a popular form of government across the world to give citizens the right to vote.
What is one impact that Alexander the Great had on world history? As he conquered more and more lands, he spread Greek culture everywhere he went.
Which hemispheres is the majority of Europe located in? the Northern and Eastern Hemispheres
Europe is _____________ of the prime meridian. east
What is the location of the Aegean Sea? The body of water is east of mainland Greece.
Why did many Greek communities become independent city-states instead of one unified country? Mountains and seas made travel and communication difficult.
Which feature of Greek architecture is still copied on many government buildings today? Doric, ionic, and Corinthian columns
Why did the Olympic Games begin in ancient Greece? to honor Zeus and bring city-states together peacefully
Compare the Athenian democracy to the United States today. In both, people had a chance to vote on important decisions.
Some of the ways that Alexander the Great influenced the world: 1. conquered more land than anyone before him 2. collected more wealth than any king before him 3. Greek statues and architecture was copied all over the world 4. learning and science flourished
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