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Ancient Greece--West

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What is the name of the temple built in Athens which paid tribute to the godess Athena? The Parthenon
Athens, Greece is considered the home of the worlds first what? Democracy
What is the central city-state called? Polis
The highest point in Greece and was said to be the home of the major gods and goddesses is named what? Mt. Olympus
How many maid gods and goddesses were allowed in the temple of Zeus? Twelve (12)
What were the main gods and goddesses called in Ancient Greece? Olympians
What is the name of the religious center in Athens and has the nickname "Sacred Rock" or "High City"? Acropolis
Where was the home country of Alexander the Great? Macedonia
What was the name of the famous 27 year war between Athens and Sparta? Peloponnesian War
Who was the famous Greek author who wrote the Odyssey and the Iliad? Homer
What famous war lasted 10 years, involved a kidnapped woman, and the gift of a giant horse? The Trojan War
Who was the goddess of victory and has a name that has become part of our pop culture? Nike
What city was home to the first MODERN DAY Olympics in Greece? Athens
The Summer Olympics of 2012 was held in what city? London
Who was the famous Greek hero who proved to be almost invincible until an arrow to his ankle region led to his death? Achilles
What did Socrates drink that resulted in his death? Hemlock
What present day country is the location of The Iliad? Turkey
The spread of Greek culture during the reign of Alexander the Great and the period that followed shortly after is referred to as the what? Hellenism
Argos, Athens, Megara, Sparta, and Corinth are all examples of what? City-states
What is the name of a ruler who rules by force called? Tyrants
Rich and powerful families that rule government are called? Aristocrats
Who was the main Greek god and leader of all the Greek gods and goddesses? Zeus
The Greek alphabet was the first writing system to use what? Vowels
Who was the Ancient Greek author of short stories to help children learn moral lessons in life? Aesop
What are the three types of pillars? Please be able to identify the tops through the use of a picture? Doric, Ionic, Corinthian
Name the three major philosophers in order from earliest to latest. Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle
Pleae be able to identify the first 5 letters of the Greek Alphabet with the aid of a picture. Alpha (A), Beta (B), Gamma, Delta (triangle), Epsilon (E)
What philosopher was responsible for writing, "The Republic" and "The Apology"? Plato
What philosopher was the teacher of a young Alexander the Great? Aristotle
What would a winner of the Olympics never have received as their main prize from the Olympic Committee? Money
What is considered the greatest achievement and lasting legacy of Alexander the Great? Spreading Greek culture around the world.
What was the greatest failure of Alexander the Great? Never naming a successor.
Explain the moral dilemma Socrates was faced with? Death vs Integrity or Life vs Loss of Integrity
Be able to fill in a chart comparing Sparta and Athens. Remember the differences discussed in class! SPARTA: Oligarchy government, women had equal rights, great warriors and strong army, didn't like luxeries or fancy foods. ATHENS: democracy government, centered on wisdom and learning, strong navy, loved luxeries and enjoyed fancy foods.
In class you discussed Aesop's Fables. Be able to pick one to write about..what was the moral of it and why is this a good lesson to learn.
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