Unit 2 Classical Civilizations Vocabulary Review

When a civilization has a time of high achievement in art, literature, and science it is called

Julius Caesar was a dictator. He ruled with absolute power.

Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all believe in one God which makes them monotheistic.

Daoism is not a religion but a set of beliefs focusing on

Buddhism and Hinduism consist of many gods and goddesses which makes them

These Roman military leaders held supreme rule and were elected to one year terms.

Confucius taught that ethics, education, and respect were the key to a good life.

The name for an area with political and economic control of the area around it.

Augustus Caesar declared himself Emperor (Imperator) or leader of Classical Rome.

What is the name given to Rome's public meeting place? (Where Caesar was left after he was killed)

The Coliseum was built in Rome to host gladiator fights, mock battles, and other forms of entertainment.

An empire is...

A Republic is a system of government where the people hold power and elect their leaders.

A large civilization with influences on the modern world is..

Slaves or prisoners in Rome who were forced to fight animals and each other for public entertainment.

This group of citizens in Greece had the power to pass laws.

Ionic, Corinthian, and Doric ___________ were invented by the Greeks to support their buildings.

What is a citizen?

A democracy is...

A system of beliefs and values is known as philosophy.

As Alexander the Great conquered lands Greek culture mixed with the cultures of those he took over. This is called...

A person who actively seeks out wisdom or enlightenment is known as a

These structure were developed by the Romans to bring fresh water into their cities.

This group of 300 men who were elected to govern Rome also assassinated Julius Caesar.