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Q: What does The term acropolis refer to?
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Is the term acropolis a greek term for any flat topped hill?

False


How does having a Greek city built on an acropolis protect the people?

The term acropolis, translated from Greek, means high city. So an acropolis is built on high ground. As a result, it is not as susceptible either to flooding, or to invasions from the sea.


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What word has a similar meaning to acropolis?

The word "citadel" has a similar meaning to acropolis. Both refer to a fortified area on a high point in a city used for defense or religious purposes.


What was the fortified hill constructed in greek cities for protection called?

Acropolis is the center of the city. Acropolis is the center of the city.


In which country is the Acropolis?

The word acropolis in Greek means "city on the extremity" and though associated with the Greek cities it can be applied generically to any such citadels.This can include, Rome, Jerusalem, and even Castle Rock in Edinburgh.So Acropolis is a term, not a place and cannot be associated with any particular country.


Give a word that has a similar meaning to the term acropolis?

The upper, fortified part of an old city.


Is the Acropolis the rock or the building?

the acropolis is the rock


Is The Acropolis and The Parthenon the same landmark?

The Acropolis is a fortified natural stronghold. The Parthenon is built on the Acropolis.


Where is the most famous acropolis?

The Acropolis of Athens is the most famous acropolis.


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The term extraterrestrial can be adjective or noun. In adjective case, the term extraterrestrial refer occurring or existing beyond the earth's atmosphere. In noun case, the term extraterrestrial refer being from the beyond the earth's atmosphere.


Where was the acropolis?

The Acropolis is in Athens, Greece and The Parthenon is right on top of The Acropolis.