Ancient Greece Vocabulary

leaders in ancient sparta

an epic poem written by Homer- sequel to the Iliad

greek city-state

form of discussion by asking and answering questions to engage thinking

a system of government where the power is put in the people

Bronze age civilization in Greece that arose on the island of Crete

long narrative poem about heroic deeds, usually featuring a hero

someone who studies knowledge and reality

a performance intended to make an audience laugh

a small group of individuals having control of a country

these people flourished after the Minoans

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armed foot soldiers in ancient Greece

a performance featuring tragic events and having an unhappy ending

Athletic contests held to honor Zeus and the other gods

epic poem written by Homer- set during the Trojan War

ability to live forever

spartan slaves in ancient Greece