Ancient Greece

A turning point of the Peloponnesian War was:

Form of government practiced by Athens, divided into three "branches", where all free men could participate.

Prior to the Peloponnesian War, animosity between Athens and Sparta grew because:

What is the name of the temple dedicated to the Goddess Athena?

Formed by Sparta, allying with city-states to continue pushing a common enemy (Persia) back.

Athenians could enjoy leisure time, socialization, and philosophical contemplation because:

What Macedonian leader conquered Greece in the 330s BC?

An open public space used for markets and for Greek citizens to socialize.

What large body of water was to the SOUTH of Athens?

The Persian Wars unified Greek identity because:

Which philosopher taught Alexander the Great using the Socratic Method?

Militaristic city-state most known for its strict army regime and Hoplite prowess.

Form of government practiced by Sparta in which a small group of powerful leaders ruled the city-state.

Ancient Greek philosophers have influenced modern-day society by:

The word in Greek for city-state

Empire which unsuccessfully captured Greece prior to the Golden Age.

Ancient Greek art & architecture has manifested itself in modern times via:

Who held most power in the Athenian democracy?

A popular leader who takes over a government using force.

Hoplite formation, yielding effective ground combat with fewer soldiers.

Persia returned to the conflicts in Greece because:

Beginning the Peloponnesian War, Sparta officially declared war on Athens because:

What ended Greece's golden age, making it vulnerable to invaders?

A place built upon the city of Athens for citizens to seek refuge and worship.

A "country-like" Greek city which operates under its own governmental rules and authority.

Greek city-states banded together and supported each other in 500 BC when

"Day-runner" who collapsed and died after running the 26-miles to Athens, notifying Athens of victory at Marathon.

Prosperous democratic city-state known for being the cultural hub of Ancient Greece.

Triple-banked galley, or Greek ship, using professional oarsmen instead of sails.

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Formed by Athens, allying with city-states to continue pushing a common enemy (Persia) back.

Which philosopher came first?

Citizen-soldier of Ancient Greece, willing to fight at a moment's notice.

Persian king who fulfilled his father's promise of burning Athens to the ground after the Battle at Thermopylae.

Commissioned by Pericles, this architect is responsible for the creation of renowned landmarks such as the Parthenon.

Head of the Athenian army and responsible for the commissioned glorification of Athens, beginning its Golden Age.

In 490, what battle did the Athenian fleet defeat the Persian conqueror King Darius?

A body of citizens under a Greek city-state's jurisdiction.

When Pericles visited the Athenian family the finest foods were served. What was it?

Greek hoplites had a large advantage over the Persian army because:

Hellenistic refers to

The protected part of the city where the most famous buildings in Athens are located.

Persian king who vowed to burn Athens to the ground after aiding in the Ionian Revolts.

What is the name of the disease that swept through Athens killing thousands?

If a child was born deformed in Sparta what would an elder do with it?

What continent is GREECE on?

What famous battle did the 300 Spartans hold off the huge invading Persian force?

The Persian Wars began because:

The Peloponnesian War was a conflict between: