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Greek Language and Culture
The Greek language is the official language of the Hellenic Republic and has a total of 15 million speakers worldwide. It has the longest documented history of any Indo-European language, spanning 34 centuries of written records. The ancient Greeks were deeply religious and God-fearing people. They worshiped many gods whom they believed appeared in human form and yet were endowed with superhuman strength and ageless beauty.
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What are four examples of ancient Greek advancement in culture government science and art?
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How does Greek mythology have connections with the world today?
If you are talking about products wise, then there are many. Nike:The Greek god of Victory also a shoe company Trident Gum: Poseiden held a three tipped spear. Trident helps clean your three main types of teeth Amazon.com: A race of warrior women, a Popular book site Mars: Roman god of Ares, god of war. A type of candy company.example M& Ms Venus Razor: Roman god for Aphrodite, goddess of beauty. A womans shaving accessory. Apollo Theater: Apollo god of music, a famous theater of the arts Hope this helps all!!
What are the upper and lower case letters in the Greek alphabet?
Upper case letters:
Α Β Γ Δ Ε Ζ Η Θ Ι Κ Λ Μ Ν Ξ Ο Π Ρ Σ Τ Υ Φ Χ Ψ Ω
Lower case letters:
α β γ δ ε ζ η θ ι κ λ μ ν ξ ο π ρ σ-ς τ υ φ χ ψ ω
Why did the Greek columns bulge in the middle?
In many cases, such as in the Parthenon the rows of columns would appear to be concave (an optical illusion) because of the fluting, or the lines, that run from the top to bottom of the columns. The Greeks knew this however, so they figued out how to build up the middle of the pillars to make them appear strait.
What weapons did ancient Greeks use for hunting?
Spears with attached sharpend flint on the end of the spear.
Very early bows were also used.
I thought they used Tommy guns and grenades?
Why were greek nobles important?
They carried their culture, religion and other goods with them everywhere they went. This spead their ideas with the whole world, thus making their civilization better.
Were the Greeks good fighters?
Yes, they were, due to superior weapons and tactics. But the fragmented city-states were weakened by constantly fighting among themselves. This made it easier for conquerers from outside Greece : the Persians, the Macedonians (Philip II and Alexander) and finally the Romans.
Were all the greek actors men and why?
well no one really knows but the just did. When they played girl plays they would dress up as the women. weird huh.
Because women in ancient Greece didn' t have an important role outside the house and they didn' t participate the public life. They were there to raise great men...
Who is an enemy of greek goddess iris?
The Titan Arke is sometimes considered to be her enemy. Because Iris was the messenger for the Greek Gods, and Arke was the messenger for the Titans.
What were the major classes of Aztec society?
Emperor, Nobility and Priests were the major classes of Aztec society.
What are the weaknesses of Erebus in greek mythology?
there is many weaknesses for Cerberus but for example do the song of Orpheus's beat him to the ground if you have the strength of Heracles feed all the heads or show him a little kindness.
How do you get greek letter mu on keyboard?
You can find the character for mu most easily by searching for it on the internet, then copying and pasting it wherever you need.
What are the techniques of Greek theatre?
In the greek theatre they wore brightclothes to show that they played a comedy, and dark clothes to show they played a tragedy. they spoke really loudly so everyone could hear them, because there was over a thousand audience.
What are the different names of greek coins?
Some of the names include Drachma, tetradrachma, obol, and dekadrachma
