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Ancient Greece

The ancient greek civilization starts around 3200 BC with the Cycladic civilization [followed by the Minoan (2700 BC) and the Mycenean civilization (1600 BC)] and flourished from the 7th century BC to the 2nd century AD, especially in the 5th century BC with the city-states of Athens and Sparta.

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Did all ancient greek children go to school?

Greek schools were small. They had only one teacher and about ten or twenty children. The schools were not free and so only the rich could really afford to send their children to school.

What kind of jobs did woman in ancient Greece have?

Women in ancient Greece usually did not have jobs. If the woman was wealthy she would stay home and watch the slaves. If women were poor they would sew or weave and take them to the market to sell ( with a male escort of course), but if the woman was poor enough she would go alone and try to sell food or spices. But some women were able to become priestess to various gods and goddesses- the only time a woman in Ancient Greece was even slightly respected was if they were priestesses and priestesses were highly regarded. and prostitution was a very exciting thing back then.

Why did Philip II of Macedonia want to unite the Greek city states under his leadership?

He wanted to stabilize Greece and with a united Greek army under Macedonian hegemony begin his campaign against the common Greek foe, Persia.

How many pages is The Odyssey by Homer?

it reallly depends on what copy you bought of the book but it should range from about 250 - 500 pages

How much does ancient greek clothing cost?

A beautifully embroided chiton could cost as much as 1000 drachmae and a soldier's breast plate would be about the same.

How did the Ancient Greece people entertain themselves?

The ancient greeks would entertain themselves with theater! People would stand in around for hours on end and watch a play.

Why did Persia rise into a great empire?

Persia took over its overlord Media under Cyrus the Great, and their combined power was able to seize the Babylonian Empire. Cyrus' ambition led him to further conquests of Asia Minor and Palestine in the west, and central Asia in the west. His successor. His son Cambyses took Egypt and Libya, then his successor Darius consolidated the with further additions. When people start conquering, it is difficult for them to stop until either they are defeated or they reach the natural geographic limits and resources to take more.

What are contributions of ancient Greece in music?

The most important contributions of ancient Greece to medieval music are probably the modes or ancient scales used in both. There is a link to an article on them below.

What was the most popular job in Ancient Greece?

most of people were farmers because not many of the ancient Chinese could read or write

Who is the Greek god who holds up the earth?

Atlas.

EDIT from DJNightchild:

Atlas isillustrated as the one holding th Earth, but that's not true.

He's the one who sepperates the sky from the earth.

What years was the greek empire in power?

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

There never was a Greek empire. Ancient Greece consisted of independent city-states which only united in times of dire crises. When the crises was over, the city-states returned to their independent way of life.

How Greece got the name Greece?

The word Greek was used from the Latins. According to Mythology, it comes from Graekon, son of Defkalion and Pandora. Aristotle mentions that they were living in Greece and later were named Hellines.

Hellas is the formal name of the country and Hellenas is the name for a Greek. It is used from 1000 BC non-stop.

Inside Greece it is called Hellas,and this is the UN name. Because of the Roman Empire the term Greece was used abroad. Greek's don't mind if you call their country Greece or Hellas.

Who is the kindest ancient Greek god?

Hephaestus is known as the kindest and most peaceful, followed by Hestia who is known as the gentlest. Some would argue that Apollo is also very kind.

Why do the Greeks make mosaic?

there are two parts two this answer 1.Because they showed stories and important people to the Romans as an example Zeus... 2.As well, it was for decorating homes. There. You have the answer

How were city-states important to the greek people?

Rise of the City-States in Ancient Greece:

The geography of Greece isolated settlements and strongpoints from one another, leading to the rise of the city-states. City-states had a contribution to the Acropolis, city-states built on a hill. Also with the agora.

When did Cyrus defeat croesus of Lydia?

Cyrus II (the Great) defeated Croesus (rich as) king of Lydia in 546 BCE.

How did Pericles reflect in the Golden Age of Greece?

It was the Golden Age of Athens. He encouraged big spending and the expansion of Athenian enforcement of the collection of taxes from Athens' empire and spending it on the glorification of Athens and handouts to its citizens.

How were ancient Greece gods worshiped?

Ancient Greek Gods were worshipped through prayer and sacrifices. When I mean sacrifices I mean like food and offerings. Sometimes they would hold festivals in honor of them too. But of you didn't know the Olympics were also held in honor of the gods too.

What was Hercules the god of?

He wasn't a god, but a demi-god (= half god), because he was the son of a god and a mortal.

Hercules was a demigod because his father was Zeus. Zeus is god of Olympus or powerful. But his mother is mortal. He became a god when he died and Zeus turned him into a god. He was born a demigod.