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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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Athens had many leader over the centuries. Which period did you mean?
In what ways were the lifestyles of Athenian and Spartan women the same?
They were Greek females who bore and raised families and ran the household. However the Spartan women participated in city-life, while the Athenian women were kept at home in virtual purdah, getting out occasionally for a women's religious festival.
What city did Alexander the Great make the capital of his empire?
After subduing the east and burning the Persian capital of Persepolis, he returned to Babylon, which he apparently intended as the centre of he empire, however he died shortly afterwards. He was planning to go west to take over Sicily and Carthage so that he owned all the important parts of the west as well as the east, so we don't know just what his intentions were when it all settled down. Capital was not a word or concept in use at the time.
What was the lasting impact of Greek philosophy?
The Greeks provided the foundation of western philosophy, particularly with the works of Plato and Aristotle. It has been said that the history of European philosophy up to the late 19th century was a re-writing of Plato in one form or another.
What features made the Parthenon one of the most beautiful temples in ancient Greece?
The first was the money to build and beautify it - Athenians led the anti-Persian Delian League. After peace was made with Persia, Athens continued to force these 200 Greek cities to pay the annual war funds to Athens. This money was used to beautify Athens, including the Parthenon.
Perched on the Acropolis, no expense was spared on its construction, with a central place for the statue of the goddess Athena (parthenos = virgin = Athena), surrounded by columns on all four sides, with carved reliefs on the surfaces of the structure. The surfaces were faced with marble.
Where was Homer the writer of the Odyssey born?
There are many cities in Greece that say Homer was born there, therefore we do not have a precise place.
Why some ideas of the Ancient Greek philosophers considered a threat to greek society and tradition?
Alexander the Great was Greek. Macedonia was an ancient Greek kingdom in the northern Greek peninsula and is now a province of modern Greece. Epirus is still the north-west state in Greece. Alexander and his father were descendants of the Argead dynasty which originate from Argos in southern Greece while his mother descendant from the Molossians, the tribe of Achilles. Alexander significantly exposed the vast areas that he conquered to Greek civilization and influence.
How did ancient Greek decorate their homes?
Rich people decorated the floors and walls with tiles or mosaic pictures. Greeks sat on stools or wooden chairs. Most people went to bed as soon it got dark. Beds had leather straps, on top of which were a mattress stuffed with wool, feathers or dry grass.
Who are the greek gods and what are they rulers of?
the main gods are: Arphrodite-Goddess of love, lust, sex and beauty, wife of Hephaetus. Ares is her lover. Eros is her son. Known as the most beautiful of the goddesses. Her symbols are the sceptre, myrtle, and dove. Apollo-God of music, prophecies, poetry, and archery. Also said to be the god of light and truth. Is associated with the sun. Also referred to as the most beautiful of the gods. He is Artemis's twin brother, and Son of Zeus. His symbols are the bow, lyre, and laurel. Ares-God of war, murder and bloodshed. Brother to Athena, and is the son of Zeus. His symbols are vultures, dogs, boars, and a spear Artemis-Goddess of the hunt and wild things. Protector of the dewy young. She became associated with the moon. Apollo is her twin brother.Artemis is a virgin goddess. Her symbols are the bow and deer. Athena-Goddess of wisdom, warfare, handicrafts and reason. Sister of Ares, and is the daughter of Zeus.Sprung from Zeus's head. She is the wisest of the gods. Her symbols are the aegis, owl, and olive tree Demeter- Goddess of fertility, grain and harvest. Demeter is a daughter of Cronus and Rhea and sister of Zeus. Her symbols are the sceptre, torch, and corn. Dyonysus-God of wine, parties/festivals,madness and merriment. He represents not only the intoxicating power of wine, but also its social and beneficial influences. His symbols are the grape vine, ivy, and thyrsos.
What were the problems in ancient Greece faced?
The principal ones were:
Overpopulation of the land which had limited productivity - the surplus population was shipped of around the Mediterranean and Black seas to found new city-states and fend for themselves.
Tensions between the different classes of people - there was ongoing turmoil in the struggle for political power and to control restive lower classes.
Incessant warfare - as exists in today's world, there was always some sort of war going on between the city-states - while this actad to some degree to control the burgeining population, its effect on order and prosperity was severe.
How was tyranny government practiced in ancient Greece?
A tyrant was usually appointed to remove the rule of an overbearing aristocracy, giving the lower classes someone who would look after their interests. It was not appreciated by the aristocracy as it suppressed their dominance of the city-state, and they plotted to get rid of him to regain control.
What did ancient greek kids do for fun?
They would exercise by doing athletic events such as the discus throwing, foot races, and other such events. They created the Olympics which involed foot races,bull runs, throwing, track and strength contest which only the men participated in and they had plays at which all men could only attend and they were the only ones who could act to they used masks when they performed
They also done some fighting
What was the Delian league and how did it affect Athens?
Athens led the Delian League from it's creation in 478 BCE against the Persian Empire's attempt to maintain rule over the Greek city-states in Asia Minor and the Islands.
Athens collected the annual contributions of the League, by force if necessary, and used them to maintain its fleet which provided protection from Persia. When after 30 years Persia agreed to peace, Athens continued to extort the anti-Persian funds from the cities and turned the League into an empire of it's own.
Why was Alexander able to conquer an extended area?
Alexander the Great was able to conquer part of Persia, Macedonia, and Asia Minor among other lands. He had an ingenious means of military command that always surprised even the largest armies of that generation.
Why did Alex the Great want to spread Greek culture?
Alexander the Great marched his army into the east and expanded his empire. He understood that if he wanted to maintain a vast empire he needed to indoctrinate the eastern cities with the Greek language and culture.
Did pharaohs have any time to relax?
Yes they did but it was often through conversations with their wives
What are the political changes in the Greek city-states?
that just becuase i know it you have to find it out your self i am not your answer book i dont really know what it is so this is not the right answer see ya all later and dont forget to find the eright answer
How were messages and mail sent in ancient Greece?
Emperors and government officials had a very efficient courier system to deliver their letters. The average citizen sent his messages by his own slaves if the letter was to someone nearby. If the letter was to someone at some distance, he could usually find a friend or a friend of a friend who would take his letter. When he traveled, he would return the favor.
What happened in ancient Greece in 1400 BC?
A great number of events. Check the Wikipedia timeline at the link below.
What was the average lifespan in ancient Greece?
anywhere from 20-40 because of sickness and accedents
some lived to around 70 though (most were rulers)
What were the long term effects of the Battle of Thermopylae?
It was a ploy to force a sea battle in the adjacent strait. The Greeks lost the sea battle, and most of the Greek land forces withdrew. As a failed military venture, it had no long term effects whatsoever other than to provide a basis for modern romantic tales of the last stand of the 300 Spartans.
The Dark Ages happened because of the new value in culture after the collapse of the economy. The Dark Ages were characterized by deeply sad mental thoughts and incredibly detailed but dark artwork.
What were the results of the Greeks defeat of the Persians?
A fifty-year war ensued 499-449 BCE, progressive battles swinging increasingly to the Greeks. Eventually the Persians gave up trying to impose peace on the Greeks and left them alone to go back to fighting amongst each other.
