Greece Rome Byzantine

Greek city-state

Roman chariot-racing arena

Two types of Greek plays

Language of the Romans

What was the new name given to Constantinople?

Roman temple dedicated to the gods

The period of relative peace lasting 200 years where Rome was at its apex

What city became the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire?

Form of government adopted by Athens where the people governed

Public marketplace where people did business, gossiped, and discussed politics

The Gods and Goddesses of Greece lived on Mount

Greek temple to the goddess Athena

Seized power from Senate and declared himself Emperor of Rome, killed in 44 B.C.

Stone covered and durable, built to connect the Roman Empire

The Byzantine Empire was overthrown by the

True or False: Priests from the Eastern Orthodox Church were not allowed to marry.

Roman city destroyed by a volcano

Greek city-state concerned with war and military affairs

Administrative heart of Rome; place people came to hear government decrees and news

Greek city-state concerned with culture, education and trade

The armies of Rome; first professional army

Roman audiences enjoyed public entertainment

Roman gladiatorial arena

It was built as a Christian church, became a mosque, and is now a museum.

Greeks held these to honor gods

Someone who fought for entertainment in Rome

Founders of Rome

Fortified heights at center of Greek city-state

Tall stone cylinder used by the Greeks to support large structures

These are stories told to explain natural phenomena or events of the distant past.

Architectural feature using a keystone; it was perfected and used extensively by the Romans.

Half-circle shaped theater built by Greeks

This emperor was known for codifying the laws of the Byzantine Empire and restoring its power.

Built to bring water to Roman cities