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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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What city is named after the Greek goddess Athena?
there is a city in Greece called Athens. it was named after the greek goddess of knowledge and war strategies, Athena, for her gift of the olive tree. Iraklio is named after Hercules, he wasn't a god but he was a hero. Appolonia, is named after Apollo the god of music, sun and youth. there's also Cythera Delius Lamia Thebes and Pheobes I'm not sure what they're named after though.
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Did Ladies do the Ancient Greeks Olympics?
Women did not participate in the Ancient Olympics. Only Greek speaking men were allowed to participate.
Exception: in the chariot-race the owner of the horses was considered to be the competitor, and got the prize if they won. Women could put their horses in for the chariot race, and were considered competitors when they did.
Why was the size of the polis important?
They were established by Greek tribes which seized and settled an agriculturally viable section of land, developed a defensible city as its core, and established a government to coordinate their laws, defence and trade. They defended this territory against other cities and invaders, and so became fiercely protective of their independence.
Where were ancient greek people educated?
Ancient Greeks taught in many places, and in many of the larger settlements, such as Athens, there were places specifically for debate,study and learning, such as the agora, a place that many greek adults went to discuss current events or generally discuss things.
Which chordophone was used in ancient Greece to acccompany lyrical poetry and traveling musicians?
The kithara (lyre).
What is the Greek word for outsiders or foreigners?
It's barbarois
Answerξένος (Xenos) means foreigner, stranger, or outsider. AnswerThe word for foreigners or outsiders is ξένος, pronounced "KZEN-ohs" Answer"uncivilised" in modern Greek is "apolitistos" (απολίτιστος). In ancient Greek (but also used today) the word would be varvaros (βάρβαρος) which is the root of the English word "barbarian"Born ; 276BC (in Cyrene)
Died ; 194BC (in Alexandria)
At around the age of 82 years).
To propangamdize and to flatter their emperors
Which form of democracy and was maintained in the Ancient Greek city state of Athens?
Ancient Athens practiced a direct democracy, where citizens actively participated in decision-making and governance rather than electing representatives. All eligible male citizens, excluding women, slaves, and foreigners, could attend the Assembly to debate and vote on laws and policies. This system allowed for a high level of civic engagement and involvement in public affairs, making it a foundational model for modern democratic practices.
What was the main cause of the peloponnesian wars?
Athens converted its anti-Persian confederation into and empire, and used this power to try to dominate the rest of the Greek cities, many of which were members of the Peloponnesian League and opposed this. Athens' continuing aggressivenss forced the declaration of war in 431 BCE which turned into a 27-year war which devastated Greece.
The ultimate trigger was Athens' attempt to bankrupt its neighbour Megara by stopping its trade with Athens' empire. Megara was a member of the Peloponnesian League and appealed to it for support. The League urged Athens to desist. Sparta, as leader of the League was pressured by it to take action: it appealed to Athens to compromise; Athens, over-confident of its strength held out, and war ensued.
Why was the Spartans military so strong?
They had conquered the southern Peloponnesian Peninsula and turned the people into serfs who gave half their produce to the Spartan state. This supported the Spartan citizens who did not have to farm and could devote themselves to military training.
Was Aesop from ancient Greece?
It depends on your definition of philosopher. Certainly he advance a particular philosophy, particularly in social conventions and justice but never reached the level of complexity that most people would deem worthy of the distinction. After all he is only known for fables.
Did the rivalries between the city-states have positive value for Greece?
The Greek city-states varied widely, in every way from government structure to cultural values. The competition between city-states kept each group pushing for improved cities and lifestyles, but also led to hostility and war.
In 480 bc who was the Greek's enemy?
A coalition of southern Greek city-states defeated a Persian fleet of Phoenician, Greek and Egyptian ships at the naval battle of Salamis.
There is no roman god of ice because they did not know that ice existed.
Where did Greek mythology spread spread to?
It spread throughout Europe, and was adopted by Rome. AL though Roman Mythology differed slightly from Greek Mythology, it was still based on it.
Anaklusmos is Ancient Greek for what?
Yes it is Percy sword Anklusmos Riptide oh here is its story see one of Artemis's maids before she was a maid riptide was her hairpin and then after she gave it to Chiron the centaur the son of Kronus who is the son of Ouranos.
So then when Percy Jackson was claimed by Poseidon he was the wielder of Anklusmos Riptide
How were the Greek gods and goddess made?
It was determined by the individual artist and what forms they favored.
What did trade contribute to a blending of cultures in the Aegean world?
traveling helped to expand the culture and to get minerals and objects to survive.
When did oligarchies the government in Greece start?
After the ouster of kings. This happened at different times in different cities, but was almost universal by the late 7th Century. Sparta retained a dual kingship, but the kings were used as war leaders and for religious ceremonial duties, with a limited democratic government.
