Ancient Greece

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An absolute ruler who seizes power and rules with total authority, unrestrained by law.

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tyrant

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A city and surrounding area that is ruled by its own king.

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city-state

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When did Athens and Sparta work together in a common cause?

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When they were threatened by the Persian Empire.

Front

What type of government is ruled by a king?

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monarchy

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What type of government is ruled by a small group of wealthy people?

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oligarchy

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The Persians wanted to expand their territory and conquer Greek city-states. Is this a cause or an effect of the Persian Wars?

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Cause of the Persian Wars

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As a result of the war, the Greek city-states joined together to create a Greek alliance known as the Delian League to protect against any future attacks by the Persians. Is this a cause or an effect of the Persian Wars?

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Effect of the Persian Wars

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What type of government is ruled by their citizens?

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democracy

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Athens had what type of government?

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democracy

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Sparta had what kind of government?

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oligarchy