Ancient Greece Flashcard

Front

Athens led this league that was formed following the event of the Persian Wars.

Back

Delian League

Front

What Greek philosopher was influenced by Socrates? He also opened his own school and published the first known political science book.

Back

Plato

Front

Which Greek philosopher was the mentor to Alexander the Great and also published over 200 works of his own in the fields of science and government?

Back

Aristotle

Front

Who was the 'great' military strategist from Macedonia?

Back

Alexander the Great

Front

The time period between the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars where Athens experienced great prosperity.

Back

Golden Age of Athens

Front

This person has three major goals for Athens: to strengthen democracy, strengthen the Athenian empire, and to glorify Athens.

Back

Pericles

Front

Series of wars between Greek city-states and the Persian Empire.

Back

Persian Wars

Front

Series of wars between Spartans and Athenians.

Back

Peloponnesian Wars

Front

What were the fortified hilltops that most Greek city-states had? It was most likely in the center of the city.

Back

Acropolis

Front

Known as the "Father of History"

Back

Herodotus