Ancient Greece

Ancient Greek philosopher; teacher of Alexander The Great.

A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator, not restricted by a constitution, laws, or opposition.

The capital and largest city of Greece

League created and led by Sparta that consisted of Spartan and their allies

A political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them

Greek for "high city". The chief temples of the city were located here.

An alliance headed by Athens that says that all Greek city-states will come together and help fight the Persians

A military formation of foot soldiers armed with spears and shields

A promise made new physicians to treat all people fairly, and to seek to preserve life.

A body of stories about gods and heroes that try to explain how the world works.

An Athenian philosopher who thought being honest was more important than anything else. (470-399BCE)

A place in which a ruler keeps power through the military

A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.

Of or relating to Greek history, culture, or art after Alexander the Great

Teaching style by Socrates that used a question & answer format to force students to use reason to problem solve.

In ancient Greece, an athletic competition held every four years in honor of Zeus.

People of the highest class of society who held inherited titles. They were often part of the ruling class in government

Socrates' most well known pupil. Founded an academy in Athens.

Conquered the Persian Empire, reached Indus Valley, founded many Greek-style cities, & spread Greek culture in region.

A school or learned society