Greece Test 2 Review

Blending of cultures in cities conquered by Alexander, shared common language & culture.

Greek word meaning “love of wisdom”

A school in Athens that focused on mathematics (world of forms and geometry).

After Alexander’s death, this general took over Greece and Macedonia.

He led the Persian army against Alexander the Great

Architectural form that city planners used as a device to frame agora, or public market place

Most elaborate Greek order, columns have highly decorative capitals carved w/ acanthus leaves

This Greek order has columns with volutes, or scroll capitals.

In a Greek city, this is a fortified area with political and religious buildings

philosopher during the Hellenistic period taught that gods had no interest in how humans ruled.

wrote about relationship of dr & patient, influenced pledge drs take to swear ethical standards

Which two city-states joined together to fight the Macedonians and King Philip II?

philosopher, taught desires like power/wealth are dangerous/should be checked. Founded Stoicism

What city did Alexander develop- it was a beacon for Greek culture.

Thought that Education should be done by the state

After Alexander’s death, this general took over Egypt.

Alexander’s main goal was to conquer…

What marked the end of Greek independence and rule?

Created system/screw to transfer water from rivers, compound pulley/water pump, estimated pi

The stories of this author had a great impact on Alexander the Great

Book on theories to create a ideal/perfect society, discussed idea of forms & nature of reality

Communism & Socialism influenced by this Greek philosopher

The Peloponnesian War was between?

Philosopher that taught Plato

King of Macedonia that defeated the Greeks in the Battle of Chaeronea, fearless military leader

Philosopher that taught Aristotle

An ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Athena and symbolizes the power of Athenian empire.

What put an end to the Macedonian/Greek Rule?

Loved the Greek culture and is known for spreading the Greek language

After Alexander’s death, this general took over Persia and Mesopotamia (Old Persian territory).

Born in Macedonia, attended the Academy. Focused on physical science, politics and ethics.

He recorded Geometric proofs in a book called The Elements, this becomes the basis of Geometry.

By Raphael, this famous painting portrays the famous philosophers of the Classical Greek period

Commissioned by Pericles to demonstrate the power of Athens. This temple is dedicated to Athena

After his death the kingdom was split among 3 generals.

Born a commoner and was convicted of “corrupting the youth” of Athens.

A school in Athens that focused on the natural sciences. Held a zoo and botanical garden.

A story/concept that reveals the lack of education and knowledge of common people.

What was the largest statue during the Hellenistic time period?

Which major area did Alexander not conquer/rule over?

Educated in the traditional Greek way. Taught by Aristotle.

What was the purpose of the Citizenship Law that Pericles created?

Son of Philip II, and after his assassination, he became king at 20 years old.

Egyptian city- center of trade during the Hellenistic Age.

Aristocrat, opened 1st univ & published >300 constitutions in attempt for “perfect” gov/society

This is the simplest of the Greek orders; the columns have simple capitals and no bases

How did Alexander treat the Persian Royal family?

How did Alexander unravel the Gordian knot?

He conquered Egypt and was crowned a Pharaoh.

Means “common.” The common language of the Greek from the classical period to the Byzantine era