Ancient Greece

What is the significance of ancient Athens in relation to United States history?

This was a place where people could worship their many Gods.

This was the "high city", which was built on top of a hill in the center of the city-state.

This a Greek word meaning "city-state".

This is the study of basic ideas about knowledge, right and wrong, reasoning, and values

How did the mountainous and rocky geography of Greece affect the cities that developed there?

This is a form of government in which one person rules through the use of force

Why did Greeks create mythology?

Which philosopher is credited as being father of philosophy and created a method of questioning

What is a city-state?

Which of the following choices describes Greece as a landform

This is a type of democracy in which ALL people of a state decide upon laws through voting

This is a wealthy land owner or person born into a wealthy family

Which philosopher is credited for his writing (The Republic) and creating schools in Athens

This is a type of democracy in which people elect leaders to make decisions for them

Which number on the map represents the location of Greece?

Why are ancient Greeks considered to be Polytheistic?

This is a form of government in which a small group of people hold power and rule.

This was a place where boats and ships could enter and leave the city-state.

This was the marketplace in the city-state where people could buy and sell goods.

Which philosopher is known for teaching a life of moderation and using logic to solve problems?

This is a person that is legally recognized as a member of a country or state.

This is a form of government in which the people rule themselves through voting

Which choice is NOT a contribution from the ancient Greek civilizations?

Which choice is NOT a way that city-states benefited ancient Greeks