Ancient Greek Culture Ch. 8

Who led 40,000 troops into Persia to conquer it?

Ancient Greeks formed city-states called ____ that were independent from each other politically

When Alexander died, what era began?

The Ancient Olympic games were held at the city of __________.

__________ was a critic of the Sophists and he believed that there was an absolute truth.

According to Greek mythology, who was the king of the Olympian gods

In 100 B.C., what was the largest city in the Mediterranean with the largest library?

__________ created the Socratic method of teaching.

___________ developed the art of public speaking and debate.

Philosophy is a Greek word that means ____________

_______ described his vision of the ideal government in his work the Republic.

Where was the most famous Oracle located in Ancient Greece?

According to Greek Mythology, the 12 most important Greek gods and goddesses lived on

What buildings in Washington D.C. have Greek columns

_______ rejected the idea of democracy and believed that philosopher-kings should rule society.

The first modern Olympic games were held at the city of _______ in 1896.

What Hellenistic scientist claimed the earth was round and measured its circumference?

What Hellenistic philosopher taught that finding happiness was the goal of life?

_________taught the idea of the “golden mean.”

Who wanted to defeat the Persians, but died after uniting the Greek city-states?

Two great epics of ancient Greece were the _______________.

What Hellenistic mathematician discovered the value of pi?

____________ believed that there is no absolute right or wrong.

Two great epics of ancient Greece were the

Hellenistic sculptures showed people in what kind of style?

________ divided all governments into three basic types.

Aesop's fables include stories such as

What happened to Alexanders Empire after his death?

Who did all Greeks worship as their chief god?

Why did the Greeks not fear the gods?