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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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How did the ancient Greeks justify their actions based on the gods?

they kept the gods in modern day life and held festivals and plays to honer them.

Did ancient Greece invent the Olympics?

Yes, the Greeks invented the Olympics and held tornaments in Olympus. Sports like archery, javelin throwing, wrestling. BTW they did it naked.

Why is Greece known for their Greek gods?

It's because the relationship of the Romans and Greeks, in that the Roman civilization ruled much of Europe for a very long time and applied the worship of their gods and goddesses: Jupiter, Juno, Pluto, likened them to the Greek Zeus, Hera, and Hades. As the Romans expanded their Empire, they also "adopted" the conquered peoples gods/goddesses into their own and showed those foreign gods/goddesses as aspects of other gods/goddesses.

Which three Greek city states had no colonies?

three greek city states without colonies were Athens, Sparta, and Knossos

In ancient Greece what was considered a marriage proposal?

Throwing an apple at a woman was considered a marriage proposal in ancient Greece..Yes it may sound ridiculous but it is very much true so I've learned from an encyclopedia.

What Art style is based on ancient greek and roman examples?

the art style is based on a classical time period in which there was once the nine Muses of art, but the titan Prometheus gifted man with art which truly means that the Greek and Roman art style is now based off of classical art

by: A.S.

Did the Greeks build their civilization first?

No. The Fertile Crescent was the first civilization. The civilizations of the Indus Valley, Egypt, and China all predated the Greeks.

What is an ancient Greek judge called?

I believe they are called "dikastes", that's in singularis.

Did the Greeks use the phrase hear ye hear ye?

Yes, when someone wants to get everyone's attention.

How important are classical Greece and rome to western civilization?

The Greco-Roman civilization is important to our civilization because it is the basis for our western thinking, ideals, and laws.

Person who takes power illegally in ancient Greece?

The person who takes power illegaly in Greece is the tyrant!

What is your impression of Achilles?

My impression of Achilles is...He was a magnificent warrior, though arrogant.

What might a young person in ancient Greece have learned from Cyclops episode in The Odyssey?

well, i believe that a young person from Greece learned their great ancestors beliefs, even thoughh these stories that he told (Homer) arent true but we believe they are,b/c they are so old ancient tells,it just comes to our customs and beliefs...but it was a good story!

In what four areas of the arts did Greeks make notable achievements and contributions?

The four areas of the arts that ancient Greek people made notable cotrabutions to are Architeture, writing, Sculpture, and painting, BTW Im younger than 13!!!

What were the gifts that were given to greek gods?

She was given all good qualities (not specified). Her personal qualities must not be mistaken for the misery she brought in her box.

beauty, she could play music, persuassion, and curiosity.

Who is the Greek god of theater?

In the Greek mythology, Dyonisus, the God of wine and grape harvest, although not extrictly the God of theater, it was during the festivities dedicated to him that the dramatic representations took place, during the festivals called 'City Dionysia'.