Ancient Greece Vocab

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A long, adventurous journey

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Odyssey

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A person who seeks wisdom or enlightenment

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Philosopher

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A long poem telling the deeds of a great hero

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Epic Poem

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Govt by the people

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Democracy

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Group of 5 officials governing Sparta with the Council of Elders

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Ephors

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A serious drama about the downfall of a noble character

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Tragedy

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A city-state in ancient Greece.

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Polis

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Philosophical method of questioning for truth

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Socratic method

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Living forever

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Immortal

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Enslaved people in ancient Sparta

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Helots