Ancient Greece Terms and Concepts

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Epic poem

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Long narrative poem about heroic deeds, usually featuring a hero going on a journey.

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Polis

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Greek city-states.

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Hoplites

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Armed foot soldier in Ancient Greece.

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Philosopher

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Someone who studies knowledge, reality, and existence.

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Ephors

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Leaders of ancient Sparta.

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Comedy

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A performance intended to make an audience laugh.

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Tragedy

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A performance featuring tragic events and having an unhappy ending.

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Olympic Games

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Athletic contests held to honor Zeus and the other gods.

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Socratic Method

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A form of discussion by asking and answering questions to engage in critical thinking.

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Minoans

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Bronze Age civilization in Greece that arose on the island of Crete.